NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for February 25, 2025

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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, February 25, 2025:

Across

Word that can follow "belly of the" or "nature of the"

• The answer is Beast.

Coffee order with a frothy top

• The answer is Latte.

Ann ___, Mich.

• The answer is Arbor.

Night lights?

• The answer is Stars.

You might have a lot of it on your hands, if you're a chef

• The answer is Thyme.

Down

Really fun time

• The answer is Blast.

Our world

• The answer is Earth.

Held in check

• The answer is AtBay.

Subject of a winter weather warning

• The answer is Storm.

Abruptly worded

• The answer is Terse.

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