Last Updated on 16 February, 2025
The NYT Mini Crossword represents a brief rapid edition of the New York Times daily crossword challenge.
The Mini version operates differently from the larger version which evaluates players on knowledge retrieval and crosswords completion ability the Mini focuses exclusively on efficiency and conciseness.
Because it contains only a few clues this small puzzle provides quick solutions great for portable puzzle solvers despite its deceiving simplicity.
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Clues & Answers (Saturday, February 16, 2025)
Mini across clues and answers
What has two hands around your wrist?
- The answer is Watch.
Sneeze sound
- The answer is Achoo.
Elevator choice
- The answer is Floor.
___ and Caicos
- The answer is Turks.
Magnetoreception, for many migratory birds and fish
- The answer is Sense.
Mini down clues and answers
Floats, as a smell
- The answer is Wafts.
“I don’t have ___” (“Beats me”)
- The answer is A clue.
Rosebush protector
- The answer is Thorn.
Too many might be in the kitchen
- The answer is Cooks.
Basketball game with a spelled-out score
- The answer is Horse.
Why Players Love the Mini Crossword
- Speed & Accessibility: Solve it in minutes—ideal for commutes or quick breaks!
- Brain Boost: Sharpen vocabulary and trivia skills without the time commitment.
- Daily Challenge: Like Wordle or Connections, it’s a fun, daily ritual for puzzle fans.
Pro Tips for Faster Solving
- Use crossword patterns (e.g., short vowel-heavy words like “OSAGE”).
- Tackle fill-in-the-blank clues first (e.g., “___ having”).
- Double-check intersecting letters to avoid errors.
Play the Mini Crossword daily on the NYT Games site and challenge your friends to beat your time!
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