NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for January 25, 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 Saturday, January 25, 2025:
Across
Comfy slip-on shoes, for short
The answer is Mocs.
Convincing evidence
The answer is Proof.
Why you might breathe into a paper bag or drink water upside down
The answer is Hiccups.
Start arguing
The answer is Go at it.
Mark left by trunks, perhaps
The answer is Tanline.
Bird of Australia
The answer is Emu.
Bruce who starred in "Enter the Dragon"
The answer is Lee.
Small issue to "pick"
The answer is Nit.
Clairvoyant's gift, for short
The answer is ESP.
Down
Speed limit abbr.
The answer is MPH.
Art form with folding
The answer is Origami.
"___ milk is a natural laxative. That's something Gilligan never told us" ("Cast Away" line)
The answer is Coconut.
Where L.A. and San Diego are, casually
The answer is SoCal.
Utterly hopeless
The answer is Futile.
Trees with needles
The answer is Pines.
Like a big roller coaster drop
The answer is Steep.
Number of "things I hate about you," in a rom-com title
The answer is Ten.
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