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.
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Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Friday, August 29, 2025:
Across
“Thanks, I ___ you one!”
Egg-laying mother
Plant with tart red stalks used in pie filling
Proud father of daughters
Tart-tasting beers
Largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands
Wedding companion
Mm-hmm
Booker T. and the ___
Down
Wikipedia’s URL ender
It might be blown in the fourth quarter
Continent-wide soccer tournament
Wasn’t too full for dessert
Wiping, as a hard drive
Texter’s “Don’t worry about it”
Fuzzy photo features
Many a character on Apple TV+’s “Slow Horses” or Netflix’s “Black Doves”
Crosses (out)
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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.
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