Love crossword puzzles but don’t have hours to spare? Enter The Mini, a bite-sized version of the New York Times’ crossword that packs all the fun into a fraction of the time. While it’s quicker and simpler than the full puzzle, don’t be fooled—it can still stump even seasoned solvers. Whether you breeze through or get caught on a tricky clue, The Mini offers a daily dose of crossword challenge without the time commitment.

 

Here are today’s answers to the NYT Mini crossword:

Across:

  1. Purchase at the pump – GAS
  2. “Not gonna happen” – NOPE
  3. Big name in watches – TIMEX
  4. Former “Jeopardy!” host Trebek – ALEX
  5. Candy that comes in collectible dispensers – PEZ

Down:

  1. Pop star Selena – GOMEZ
  2. Highest point – APEX
  3. Uncomfortable topic in middle school health class – SEX
  4. River past the Pyramids – NILE
  5. Alternative to sparkling, for water – TAP

Happy solving!

TOPICS: NYT Mini Crossword