Introduction to The Mini Crossword
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.
The Challenge of The Mini
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. The goal is to provide assistance and solutions to help you overcome those challenging clues.
Solutions to NYT’s The Mini for Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Here are the clues and answers to help you out:
Across
- Everest and Kilimanjaro: Abbr.
- A little horse
- A little hoarse
- Perfect
- Unlike houses that have been professionally staged
Down
- Hero of the Passover Seder
- Spanish small plates
- In a sneaky way
- Lessen over time
- What airballs fail to touch
More Puzzle Fun
If you’re looking for more puzzles, Mashable’s got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more. You can also explore strategies like the one used by the New York Times’ Head of Games for Wordle.
Additional Resources
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands. Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.
Conclusion
The Mini Crossword is a fun and quick puzzle that can be both entertaining and challenging. With the provided solutions and additional resources, you can enhance your puzzle-solving experience. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep playing and exploring different types of puzzles to improve your skills. Happy puzzling!
