Love crossword puzzles but don’t have time to tackle a full-sized grid in your daily paper? Enter The Mini!
This pint-sized version of the New York Times’ famed crossword puzzle is perfect for a quick mental workout. On average, it takes just over a minute to solve, making it an ideal daily brain boost. But don’t be fooled by its size—The Mini can be deceptively tricky. One wrong move and your shot at a personal best time can turn into a facepalm-worthy fumble.
Just like our handy hints for Wordle and Connections, we’re here to lend a helping hand with The Mini if you get stuck. No shame in needing a little nudge!
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers
Across
- Wilbur or Babe, in literature: PIG
- Language that gives us “alma mater” and “alter ego”: LATIN
- Writing assignment in English class: ESSAY
- Something skipped across a calm lake: STONE
- Crumb carrier: ANT
Down
- Gemelli, cavatelli or vermicelli: PASTA
- Fighting words?: IT’S ON
- “Fee-fi-fo-fum” speaker: GIANT
- “___ Misérables”: LES
- Bill known as “the Science Guy”: NYE
With these answers in your pocket, you’ll breeze through today’s Mini in record time. Happy puzzling!
