NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for May 7, 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.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, May 7, 2025:

Across

Ovechkin who broke Wayne Gretzky's N.H.L. goals record

• The answer is Alex.

Stand-in

• The answer is Proxy.

Industry for marketing professionals, informally

• The answer is AdBiz.

Poe, Pope or Pound

• The answer is Ideal.

Org. that really ought to give you a break?

• The answer is IRS.

Down

Intense passion

• The answer is Ardor.

Parts of ears and brains

• The answer is Lobes.

Glowing sign in a movie theater

• The answer is Exit.

End of the alphabet

• The answer is XYZ.

Spanish term of endearment

• The answer is Papi.

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