The ?? ??? ??Mini 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 Tuesday, April 1, 2025:
Across
WITH 8-ACROSS, WHAT WAS LEFT ON WHILE MAKING THIS PUZZLE
The answer is Caps.
SAN DIEGO BASEBALL PLAYER
The answer is Padre.
PAIR OF CYMBALS ON A DRUM SET
The answer is HiHat.
MONOPOLY TOKEN RETIRED IN 2013
The answer is Iron.
SEE 1-ACROSS
The answer is Lock.
Down
CAPITAL OF EGYPT
The answer is Cairo.
LIKE A TEMPORARY COMMITTEE
The answer is AdHoc.
BIT OF APRIL FOOLS' DAY FOOLERY
The answer is Prank.
READY-GO GO-BETWEEN
The answer is Set.
SINGER COLLINS
The answer is Phil.
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