The lithub queer eroticism mary oliverMini 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, April 19, 2025:
Across
Subject of a song that ends "Next time won't you sing with me?"
The answer is ABCs.
Play at a loud volume
The answer is Blare.
Totally convinced of
The answer is Sold on.
It wrote this clue: "Virtual assistant with the gift of gab (4, 3). Let me know if you'd like any tweaks!"
The answer is ChatGPT.
Mascara targets
The answer is Lashes.
Place to make a lifelong promise
The answer is Altar.
Best coast for sunsets
The answer is West.
Down
The whole package, so to speak
The answer is All That.
Honey ___, animal that "don't care" in a meme
The answer is Badger.
Makes smaller, as a photo
The answer is Crops.
Like emails you can't take back
The answer is Sent.
Acts like a braggart
The answer is Boasts.
Rock that easily fractures
The answer is Shale.
Grabber of stuffed animals in an arcade
The answer is Claw.
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