Quick Answer
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Crossword clue: “Italian city that’s hosting part of the 2026 Winter Olympics”
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Answer: MILAN – 5 letters
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Clue number and direction: 5 Across
The New York Times crossword clue “Italian city that’s hosting part of the 2026 Winter Olympics” is answered with MILAN in 5 letters. In the February 13, 2026 NYT Mini, MILAN appears at 5-Across.
Why MILAN Is the Right NYT Answer
The 2026 Winter Olympics are officially the Milan–Cortina Games, with events split between Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in Italy. Because the clue asks for an “Italian city” hosting part of the Games, MILAN is the precise match.
Answer pages and hint articles for the February 13, 2026 NYT Mini explicitly list MILAN as the solution for this clue at 5-Across, confirming it as the intended entry.
What MILAN Means
MILAN is a major city in northern Italy, known as a global center for fashion, finance, and design. For the 2026 Winter Olympics, Milan will host some indoor ice events as part of the Milan–Cortina setup.
So the clue is simply pointing to the real-world host city by describing its role in the upcoming Winter Games.
Solving Tips for Similar NYT Clues
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When a clue references a specific Olympics year and “hosting,” look for host cities rather than countries or venues.
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A 5-letter pattern like M_L_N with an Italy/Olympics angle almost always resolves to MILAN.
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NYT Minis often use current events, so remembering big sports hosts (Paris, Milan, LA, etc.) is a handy crossword strategy.
Crossword-Specific Help: Pattern & Crossings
For 5-Across on February 13, 2026, the grid gives a 5-letter Across slot, which matches MILAN exactly. In the completed Mini, the pattern is:
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MILAN(M‑I‑L‑A‑N)
Each letter is confirmed by Down entries like FIERI, ALIEN, KARAT, ENDS, and MWAH in the same puzzle. Once those crossings are in place, MILAN is locked in with no ambiguity.
Other Clues Where MILAN Might Appear
MILAN is a popular crossword answer and can show up as:
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“Italian fashion capital”
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“Italian city near the Alps”
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“City paired with Cortina for 2026 Olympics”
Any clue mixing Italy with fashion, finance, or the 2026 Winter Olympics is a strong candidate for MILAN if the grid wants five letters.
Complete February 13, 2026 NYT Mini Answers Today (Across & Down)
Here are the key answers from the February 13, 2026 NYT Mini to help you complete the full grid.
Across
| Clue | Answer | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| Like flowers that never wilt | FAKE | 4 |
| Italian city that’s hosting part of the 2026 Winter Olympics | MILAN | 5 |
| “Huh, that’s strange …” | WEIRD | 5 |
| Regions | AREAS | 5 |
| Crossword clue, e.g. | HINT | 4 |
Down
| Clue | Answer | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| Guy in a kitchen | FIERI | 5 |
| Visitor from another world | ALIEN | 5 |
| Gold measurement | KARAT | 5 |
| “Don’t tell me how it ___!” | ENDS | 4 |
| Kissing sound | MWAH | 4 |
