NYT Mini Crossword - January 17, 2026

1. "It's just so-so"

4. "Impression, Sunrise" painter

6. Ca on the periodic table

8. City that's famous for its lemon pepper wings

9. Reality show episode in which cast members gather again to bicker

10. Common wall coverings in a dorm room

11. Boxing bout enders, for short

1. Snail, clam or squid

2. 2021 Disney movie with the hit song "We Don't Talk About Bruno"

3. Tushes

4. San ___, city between San Francisco and Palo Alto

5. Private teacher

6. Complain

7. "Dogs are a ___ best friend"