The New York Times Mini Crossword for February 5 has been solved. Players seeking assistance with today’s puzzle can find the answers below, along with the corresponding clues.
Across Clues and Solutions
- 1A: Battery warning from a smoke detector – CHIRP
- 6A: Word that can precede “book” or “tour” – AUDIO
- 7A: Extreme edge – BRINK
- 8A: Like a wobbly screw – LOOSE
- 9A: Type in – ENTER
Down Clues and Solutions
- 1D: Alternative to streaming – CABLE
- 2D: One of the Great Lakes – HURON
- 3D: Dummy – IDIOT
- 4D: Wash under a tap – RINSE
For those interested in other New York Times puzzles, solutions for Wordle, Strands, and Connections (including the Sports Edition) are available on CNET’s puzzle hints page.
The Mini Crossword remains a popular daily challenge for word puzzle enthusiasts, offering a quick mental exercise with straightforward clues and concise answers.

























