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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Feb. 22, 2026.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Soybeans or rice
Answer: CROP
5A clue: Bit of gossip
Answer: RUMOR
7A clue: South American flatbread made of ground maize
Answer: AREPA
8A clue: ___ 8 Ball
Answer: MAGIC
9A clue: Something a pirate might make you walk
Answer: PLANK
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Sudden muscle tightness
Answer: CRAMP
2D clue: Like the areas beyond suburbia
Answer: RURAL
3D clue: Luxury Swiss watch brand
Answer: OMEGA
4D clue: Stop by unannounced
Answer: POPIN
6D clue: Billiards triangle
Answer: RACK
