The lucah awek bertudung doggieMini 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 Wednesday, February 5, 2025:
Across
Facebook's parent company
The answer is Meta.
Full-length skirts ... and a morning hour read backward
The answer is Maxis.
Written with pen
The answer is InInk.
N.B.A. team that nearly renamed itself the Swamp Dragons in the 1990s
The answer is Nets.
"___ a Wonderful Life"
The answer is Its.
Down
French modernist painter … and a morning hour read backward
The answer is Manet.
What lighted signs mark in theaters
The answer is Exits.
Altoids containers
The answer is Tins.
Pose a question
The answer is Ask.
Short skirt
The answer is Mini.
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