The Mini is a condensed version of The New York Times‘ esteemed daily crossword puzzle. Unlike the traditional crossword, which demands extensive knowledge and patience, The Mini offers a different experience. With only a few clues to solve, this daily puzzle serves as a test of speed for many participants. When a challenging clue interrupts a player’s progression, it can be quite frustrating. For those who encounter difficulties with The Mini, as well as with similar games such as Wordle and Connections, assistance is readily available.
Here are the clues and answers to The New York Times’ The Mini for Monday, April 7, 2025:
Across:
- Price to pay
- The five unique letters of THE AREA HERE, fittingly
- Uncomfortable thing to witness a couple do in public
- Gwen ___, Spider-Woman’s alter ego in the "Spider-Verse" movies
- Give a tug
Down:
- Magna ___
- Instrument played at the ballpark
- In need of a hint
- Nonbinary pronoun
- Difficulty level for a newbie gamer
For individuals seeking additional puzzles, Mashable offers a variety of games including Mahjong, Sudoku, and free crosswords through their games hub. Additionally, a featured video provides insights into the Wordle strategy utilized by The New York Times’ Head of Games.
For those also playing NYT Strands, hints and answers for today’s Strands can be found through the provided link. If information for a different day is needed, the solution to the previous day’s Mini Crossword is also available.
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