The New York Times Mini Crossword continues to charm puzzle enthusiasts with its succinct clues and manageable size. On Saturday, February 22, 2025, fans of the game engaged once again with the delightful challenge, producing laughter and frustration alike as they attempted to complete the 5x5 grid. For those still scratching their heads, detailed hints and solutions for today's Mini are available to help you crack the puzzle!
Hints for the NYT Mini Crossword on February 22, 2025, are plentiful, offering guidances such as:
- Across:
- 1 Across: Size between sm. and lg. — HINT: It starts with the letter 'M'
- 4 Across: Sharp parts of forks — HINT: It ends with the letter 'S'
- 6 Across: Cutting device in a woodworking shop — HINT: It starts with the letter 'B'
- 8 Across: Louise _______, Pulitzer-winning author of 'The Night Watchman' and 'The Mighty Red' — HINT: It ends with the letter 'H'
- 9 Across: Faux meat option at Thanksgiving — HINT: It starts with the letter 'T'
- 10 Across: Songs, informally — HINT: It ends with the letter 'S'
- 11 Across: Drug also called acid — HINT: It starts with the letter 'L'
And for the downward clues:
- Down:
- 1 Down: Consciously focused on the present moment — HINT: It ends with 'L'
- 2 Down: Evasive maneuvers — HINT: It starts with 'E'
- 3 Down: Wished for — HINT: It ends with 'D'
- 4 Down: Kind of deck with four suits: wands, cups, swords, and pentacles — HINT: It starts with 'T'
- 5 Down: Tackles of the quarterback — HINT: It ends with 'S'
- 6 Down: 'Oh yeah? Wanna ___?' — HINT: It starts with 'B'
- 7 Down: Preschooler's repeated question? — HINT: It ends with 'Y'
For the eager solvers who want to skip straight to the answers, here’s how the Mini Crossword filled out:
- Across Answers:
- 1 Across: Size between sm. and lg. — MED
- 4 Across: Sharp parts of forks — TINES
- 6 Across: Cutting device in a woodworking shop — BANDSAW
- 8 Across: Louise _______, Pulitzer-winning author of 'The Night Watchman' and 'The Mighty Red' — ERDRICH
- 9 Across: Faux meat option at Thanksgiving — TOFURKY
- 10 Across: Songs, informally — TUNES
- 11 Across: Drug also called acid — LSD
- Down Answers:
- 1 Down: Consciously focused on the present moment — MINDFUL
- 2 Down: Evasive maneuvers — ENDRUNS
- 3 Down: Wished for — DESIRED
- 4 Down: Kind of deck with four suits: wands, cups, swords, and pentacles — TAROT
- 5 Down: Tackles of the quarterback — SACKS
- 6 Down: 'Oh yeah? Wanna ___?' — BET
- 7 Down: Preschooler's repeated question — WHY
How many of today’s clues could you solve without peeking?
The NYT Mini Crossword has garnered fans who appreciate its ability to fit easily within daily routines, making it not just another game but rather part of their day. Each Saturday, it’s bigger and often even more fun, challenging loyal players to think outside the box. Remarkably, the game stands out with its accessibility as anyone can tackle it for free, unlike its larger counterpart which requires subscription access for archived puzzles.
For those interested, other engaging challenges accompany the Mini Crossword on the NYT games section, like Wordle and Connections, which promise to keep those mental gears turning. Whether you’re solving alone or teaming up with family, these puzzles serve as both entertainment and stimulation.
Remember, it’s all about enjoying the process! Solving can sometimes become just as memorable as the completion itself. Let’s see how quickly you can complete today’s challenge and whether you were able to enjoy the clues along the way!