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 Saturday, August 23, 2025:
Across
Hairstyle made popular by the Beatles
The answer is Mop top.
Doin' amazingly, in slang
The answer is Killin It.
Director's words at the end of a take
The answer is And Scene.
"___ the season!"
The answer is Tis.
Serious wrongdoing
The answer is Sin.
Camera attachment
The answer is Zoom lens.
Spice in a Pumpkin Spice Latte
The answer is Nutmeg.
Come down to earth
The answer is Land.
Down
Yellow creature in "Despicable Me"
The answer is Minion.
Teen who exclusively listens to music from the ’70s, say
The answer is Old Soul
Opposite of "thx," in texting
The answer is Pls.
Behavioral quirk
The answer is Tic.
Tournament favorite
The answer is One Seed.
Longing (for)
The answer is Pining.
Eponym of the New York City deli featured in "When Harry Met Sally ..."
The answer is Katz.
Hamilton bills
The answer is Tens.
N.Y.C. commuting org.
The answer is MTA.
Letters after "JK"
The answer is LMN.
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