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Love crossword puzzles but don’t have the time to sit down with a full-size one? That’s where The Mini from The New York Times comes in! This bite-sized version of the iconic crossword puzzle lets you get a quick daily puzzle fix. Perfect for testing your crossword skills in a short amount of time, The Mini typically takes most players just over a minute to solve, making it ideal for a quick brain boost.
Even though it’s smaller than a standard crossword, The Mini isn’t always a breeze — getting stuck on one tricky clue could be the difference between a personal best and an extra-long solve attempt. But don’t worry! Just like our hints for Wordle and Connections, we’ve got you covered if you need a hand with today’s clues.
Here are the answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword:
Across:
- Horror franchise with an 11th film planned for 2025 – SAW
- Airy areas, architecturally – ATRIA
- Like an oddball – WEIRD
- Made less difficult – EASED
- ___ school (MCAT taker’s next step) – MED
Down:
- What shoots out the ears of an angry cartoon character – STEAM
- Come up in conversation – ARISE
- Overly caffeinated, say – WIRED
- Feeling when first seeing the Alps or the Grand Canyon – AWE
- Press “+” – ADD
The Mini is a great way to enjoy a quick crossword fix without committing too much time. Enjoy solving!
