The Guardian Quick Crossword is the perfect daily dose of wordplay! Unlike its notoriously difficult Cryptic sibling, the Quick Crossword is definition-based and highly accessible, offering a snappy, satisfying challenge that’s great for a coffee break or a morning commute. We know how addictive this daily puzzle can be, so to help you out (or just confirm your brilliant solves!), here are the answers for today’s Guardian Quick Crossword for January 13, 2026 (Puzzle No. 17,375) .
Today’s Guardian Quick Crossword Answers for January 13, 2026
Let’s dive into the answers for the Guardian Quick Crossword for today.
1 Across: Change (6) – REVISE
4 Across: Kind of nut (5) – PECAN
7 Across: Half a crotchet (6) – QUAVER
8 Across: Big gun (6) – CANNON
9 Across: Ululate – like a Marley bandmate? (4) – WAIL
10 Across: Always given similar roles (8) – TYPECAST
12 Across: Gifted (and shining?) youngster (6,5) – BRIGHTSPARK
17 Across: Building block shade? (5,3) – BRICKRED
19 Across: Arrange in order (4) – SORT
20 Across: Corner of attic network? (6) – COBWEB
21 Across: Blow out, like sails (6) – BILLOW
22 Across: Cut through, leaving dust? (5) – SAWED
23 Across: Idolise (6) – REVERE
1 Down: Sharp sticks? (7) – RHUBARB
2 Down: Italian composer, d.1741 (7) – VIVALDI
3 Down: Patient carrier (9) – STRETCHER
4 Down: Aircraft (5) – PLANE
5 Down: Horse-man? (7) – CENTAUR
6 Down: Football game minutes, without injury time (6) – NINETY
11 Down: Spanish dance (4,5) – PASODOBLE
13 Down: Arc of seven colours (7) – RAINBOW
14 Down: Exonerate (7) – ABSOLVE
15 Down: Often slurred and off-key amateur singing? (7) – KARAOKE
16 Down: Old counter (6) – ABACUS
18 Down: Naked (anag) (5) – KNEAD
What do you think of today’s Guardian Quick Crossword puzzle? Were you able to guess all the answers?
This crossword had a lively, culture-rich feel, blending music, performance, color, and classic vocabulary into a smooth and engaging grid. The Across clues moved from everyday actions and familiar foods to musical notation, dramatic imagery, and expressive language, with longer entries highlighting ideas like creative talent, casting stereotypes, and visual shades. Playful surfaces such as sailing imagery, attic corners, and dusty carpentry added character, while the Down clues reinforced the tone with composers, dances, mythology, and colorful natural phenomena. The mix of arts, language, and light wordplay made the puzzle feel both traditional and entertaining, offering steady progress without sacrificing interest. I’d rate the difficulty a comfortable 3 out of 5.
You can also check out today’s answers for other Crossword puzzles below:
- NYT Mini Crossword Hints and Answers
- Washington Post/LA Times Crossword Hints and Answers
- LA Times Mini Crossword Hints and Answers
- Washington Post Mini Meta Crossword
- Boston Globe Mini Crossword Hints and Answers
- USA Today Crossword Hints and Answers
- The New Yorker Crossword Answers
- The New Yorker Mini Crossword Answers
How to Play The Guardian Quick Crossword
Playing The Guardian Quick Crossword is simple, making it a great daily habit.
- The Goal: Fill in the full 15×15 grid with words that fit the clues, both Across and Down.
- The Clues: Unlike the main Cryptic puzzle, these clues are direct definitions or synonyms of the answer word. The number in parentheses at the end of the clue tells you the exact number of letters in the answer.
- The Grid Size: This is a full-sized crossword, meaning the words are longer than those in the Mini, giving you a substantial but still manageable puzzle.
- Intersections: The key to solving is using the intersecting letters. A letter you fill in for an “Across” word must also be the correct starting or middle letter for a “Down” word, and vice versa. This cross-referencing is your greatest solving tool.
- Daily Refresh: The puzzle refreshes daily on The Guardian’s website, so there’s always a new puzzle waiting.
