If you love crossword puzzles but don’t have the time to spend on a full-sized one, The Mini is perfect for you!
The Mini is a smaller, more bite-sized version of the New York Times’ famous crossword puzzle. It’s designed to give you a quick mental workout every day, typically taking most players just over a minute to complete. While it’s more compact and straightforward, The Mini can still be challenging—getting stuck on just one clue might be the difference between setting a new personal best and ending up with a frustrating attempt.
If you find yourself struggling with today’s puzzle, don’t worry! Just like with our hints for Wordle and Connections, we’re here to help you out.
Here are the answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword:
Across:
- Concert teens, pins, posters, etc. – MERCH
- Quick on one’s feet – AGILE
- Kind of orange with a “belly button” – NAVEL
- As good as it gets – IDEAL
- Study of the stars and planets, for short – ASTRO
Down:
- Suffix for a huge fad – MANIA
- Old-style “Yikes!” – EGADS
- Patented metal fastener on Levi’s jeans – RIVET
- Word shouted during a defibrillator scene in a hospital drama – CLEAR
- Name tag heading – HELLO
Now you’re ready to tackle today’s Mini and maybe even set a new personal record!