The completed answers for the New York Times Mini Crossword, dated February 22, 2026, include various clues and solutions. Among the across clues, 1A features "Soybeans or rice," with the answer being CROP, while 5A pertains to a "Bit of gossip," answered with RUMOR.
Additionally, 7A clues "South American flatbread made of ground maize," with the answer AREPA. The crossword also includes 8A, which references "___ 8 Ball," answered with MAGIC, and 9A, which hints at something a pirate might force you to walk, answered with PLANK.
In the down clues, 1D indicates "Sudden muscle tightness," with the solution CRAMP, while 2D describes areas beyond suburbia as RURAL. The 3D clue identifies a luxury Swiss watch brand, answered with OMEGA, and 4D suggests "Stop by unannounced," with the answer POPIN. Finally, 6D clues a billiards triangle, with the answer RACK.