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NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Tuesday, October 1

By Bhavya

Do you enjoy crossword puzzles but don’t always have time to complete a full one from the daily paper? That’s where The Mini comes in! This quick version of the New York Times’ famous crossword puzzle is designed to test your skills in just a fraction of the time—most players solve it in a little over a minute. While it’s smaller and seems easier, don’t be fooled—it can still be tricky! Even one tough clue can be the difference between a personal best and a frustrating stumble.

Just like we offer hints for Wordle and Connections, we’re here to give you a helping hand if you’re stuck on today’s Mini. Below are today’s answers to The Mini:

 

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Today:

Across:

  • One is officially called an “Academy Award of Merit” – OSCAR
  • Aquatic mammal whose closest relative is the hippopotamus – WHALE
  • Charlie Brown’s friend with a blanket – LINUS
  • City founded by twin brothers, according to legend – ROME
  • Something to cram for – TEST

Down:

  • The bird Duo in Duolingo’s logo, e.g. – OWL
  • Button-up or button-down – SHIRT
  • Olympic racing vessel since 1936 – CANOE
  • Class reunion attendees – ALUMS
  • Button you might need a paperclip to press on an electronic device – RESET

If you’re stuck, no worries—now you can finish strong and still enjoy the fun of solving!

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Bhavya