The lee chong wei lucahMini 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, May 17, 2025:
Across
"Link in ___" (promotional catchphrase on social media)
The answer is Bio.
They're ground in a coffee grinder
The answer is Beans.
Bike riders' headwear
The answer is Helmets.
Variety of tomato whose name is also a meat
The answer is Beefsteak.
Shoe spec that describes this puzzle?
The answer is Extra wide.
"Cha-ching, nothin' to it!"
The answer is Easy money.
Down
Church spot where bats hang out
The answer is Belfry.
The first three words of "Green Eggs and Ham," straight from the narrator
The answer is I am Sam.
Boxing punch combo
The answer is One two.
Purple slices in a salad
The answer is Beets.
Oktoberfest glass
The answer is Stein.
Prefix with decimal, in coding
The answer is Hexa.
One-named hit singer with 1985's "Smooth Operator"
The answer is Sade.
Spelling ___
The answer is Bee.
Paper with the answers
The answer is Key.
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