The eroticism and love in the middle agesMini 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.
Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Thursday, May 15, 2025:
Across
Direction opposite of WSW
The answer is ENE.
Shoot out, as lava from a volcano
The answer is Spew.
"In what place?"
The answer is Where.
Plants you didn't plant, perhaps
The answer is Weeds.
Like Mini crosswords ... and a phonetic description of this puzzle?
The answer is Easy.
Down
Fencing swords
The answer is Epees.
Prone to geeking out
The answer is Nerdy.
Farm animals that sound like vowels not seen in this puzzle?
The answer is Ewes.
Stadium at which the Beatles performed an iconic 1965 concert
The answer is Shea.
Org. for Hulk Hogan and John Cena
The answer is WWE.
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