The cerita lucah malam pertamaMini 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 Saturday, February 1, 2025:
Across
Computing platform?
The answer is Desk.
Campanelle is a bell-shaped variety of this
The answer is Pasta.
Daly of "Today"
The answer is Carson.
Kickstarter supporters
The answer is Backers.
Landlocked neighbor of Georgia and Azerbaijan
The answer is Armenia.
Sneaks a peek
The answer is Glances.
Had a feeling about
The answer is Sensed.
Down
Grows dim
The answer is Darkens.
Magazine whose 50th anniversary issue featured Naomi Campbell on the cover
The answer is Essence.
Legendary, as one's past
The answer is Storied.
State school whose students chant "Rock Chalk, Jayhawk!"
The answer is Kansas.
Pellet-chomping arcade character
The answer is Pacman.
Eric ___, author of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
The answer is Carle.
Items strapped to a golf cart
The answer is Bags.
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