NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for April 1, 2025

Answers to each clue for the April 1, 2025 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for April 1, 2025
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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 1, 2025:

Across

WITH 8-ACROSS, WHAT WAS LEFT ON WHILE MAKING THIS PUZZLE

  • The answer is Caps.

SAN DIEGO BASEBALL PLAYER

  • The answer is Padre.

PAIR OF CYMBALS ON A DRUM SET

  • The answer is HiHat.

MONOPOLY TOKEN RETIRED IN 2013

  • The answer is Iron.

SEE 1-ACROSS

  • The answer is Lock.

Down

CAPITAL OF EGYPT

  • The answer is Cairo.

LIKE A TEMPORARY COMMITTEE

  • The answer is AdHoc.

BIT OF APRIL FOOLS' DAY FOOLERY

  • The answer is Prank.

READY-GO GO-BETWEEN

  • The answer is Set.

SINGER COLLINS

  • The answer is Phil.

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