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 7, 2026:
Across
Informative commercial, for short
The answer is PSA.
Something you trace to draw a Thanksgiving turkey
The answer is Hand.
___ Johnson, former Prime Minister of the U.K.
The answer is Boris.
Crosses (out)
The answer is XES.
Down
City with the Notre-Dame Cathedral
The answer is Paris.
Bad mood
The answer is Snit.
About eight minutes of the average half-hour sitcom
The answer is Ads.
Remote worker's office, perhaps
The answer is Home.
Word that can follow each group of circled letters (and hints at its shape)
The answer is Box.
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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.
