About these answers
Mini #390's ten answers fill 21 white squares, and every one of them is crossed, so each letter belongs to one Across and one Down answer. The longest answers are DOORS (6-Across), SCORE (1-Down), TROOP (2-Down) and EARNS (3-Down), at five letters; the shortest are PBS (4-Down) and DIP (6-Down).
The grid uses twelve different letters. The most common are O, P, R and S, in three squares each, and 7 of the 21 squares hold a vowel (A, E, I, O or U). There’s no J, Q, X or Z in it.
The trickier clues, explained
- 4-Down, “Public broadcaster, in brief”: the short form is PBS.
More for October 25, 2026
Only need a nudge? The hints for October 25, 2026 keep answers hidden and give three hints per clue. You can also play Mini #390 or print it. Neighbouring keys: October 24, 2026.