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 Friday, April 25, 2025:
Across
- "Beware the ___ of March" - The answer is Ides.
- Sends a message - The answer is Texts.
- Pond scum - The answer is Algae.
- Teeny-tiny bit - The answer is Iota.
- Doctor who might more aptly be called a "dogtor" - The answer is Vet.
Down
- "Don't call ___ comeback!" - The answer is ItA.
- Supermarket section - The answer is Deli.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger or Chris Christie, e.g., for short - The answer is ExGov.
- 5-Across or 8-Across, if you change the T's in this answer - The answer is State.
- Musical chairs need - The answer is Seat.
If you're anything like me, the day is not complete until I complete all of the free word games from the New York Times. Working on the daily Connections, Wordle, and Strands is a whole ritual for many of us. And we can't forget about the NYT's The Mini Crossword too! Although the NYT is known for "The Crossword," a larger puzzle for paid subscribers, The Mini has quite the fan-following as well.
If you're working on today's Mini on Friday, April 25, 2025, and need some help (I've been there), get ready to read the clues and solutions for each line. We have them separated into hints first for both "Across" and "Down" words, followed by "Across Answers" and "Down Answers," so be careful if you want to avoid spoilers as you scroll!
Hints for NYT's The Mini Crossword on Friday, April 25, 2025
NYT Mini Across Hints
- 1 Across: "Beware the ____ of March" — HINT: It ends with the letter "S"
- 5 Across: Sends a message — HINT: It starts with the letter "T"
- 7 Across: Pond scum — HINT: It ends with the letter "E"
- 8 Across: Teeny-tiny bit — HINT: The second letter is "O"
- 9 Across: Doctor who might more aptly be called a "dogtor" — HINT: It ends with the letter "T"
NYT Mini Down Hints
- 1 Down: "Don't call ___ comeback!" — HINT: It ends with the letter "A"
- 2 Down: Supermarket section — HINT: It starts with the letter "D"
- 3 Down: Arnold Schwarzenegger or Chris Christie, e.g., for short — HINT: It starts with the letter "E"
- 4 Down: 5-Across or 8-Across, if you change the T's in this answer — HINT: It ends with the letter "E"
- 6 Down: Musical chairs need — HINT: The second letter is "E"
Answers to NYT's The Mini Crossword for Friday, April 25, 2025
Don't go any further unless you want to know exactly what the correct words are in today's Mini Crossword.
NYT Mini Across Answers
- 1 Across: "Beware the ____ of March" — IDES
- 5 Across: Sends a message — TEXTS
- 7 Across: Pond scum — ALGAE
- 8 Across: Teeny-tiny bit — IOTA
- 9 Across: Doctor who might more aptly be called a "dogtor" — VET
NYT Mini Down Answers
- 1 Down: "Don't call ___ comeback!" — ITA
- 2 Down: Supermarket section — DELI
- 3 Down: Arnold Schwarzenegger or Chris Christie, e.g., for short — EXGOV
- 4 Down: 5-Across or 8-Across, if you change the T's in this answer — STATE
- 6 Down: Musical chairs need — SEAT
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