May 18, 2026 Mini / 1D / 5 letters
Puzzle clues NYT Mini Crossword
"Fingers crossed!" NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 5-letter slot.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue: "Fingers crossed!", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a reference clue.
- This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 5-letter slot.
- The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 1D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
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IHOPE
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
IHOPE is the 5-letter answer for the clue: "Fingers crossed!". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Mini Crossword, it appears at 1D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: IHOPE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- IHOPE has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 1D.
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Other NYT Crossword Clues Using IHOPE
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View all IHOPE clues Position 1D
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
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