NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for January 21, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, January 21, 2025:

Across

Kinda wet

• The answer is Damp.

Standoffish

• The answer is Aloof.

Creature on a lifeboat with Pi, in "Life of Pi"

• The answer is Tiger.

Less than 90°

• The answer is Acute.

"What ___ is new?"

• The answer is Else.

Down

What hasn't been processed if it's raw

• The answer is Data.

Character who climbs through the looking glass

• The answer is Alice.

Tycoon

• The answer is Mogul.

Ones working with meters and feet?

• The answer is Poets.

Complimentary

• The answer is Free.

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