NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for April 26, 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 Saturday, April 26, 2025:

Across

Fancy party

• The answer is Gala.

Five ___ (discount store chain)

• The answer is Below.

Bottom stripe on a pride flag

• The answer is Purple.

Bedtime outfit, informally

• The answer is Jammies.

Task to “run”

• The answer is Errand.

Actress Keaton of “Father of the Bride”

• The answer is Diane.

Car ride game

• The answer is ISpy.

Down

Country in which the automobile, aspirin and the accordion were invented

• The answer is Germany.

Mountain-related

• The answer is Alpine.

Was audibly amused, slangily

• The answer is LOLed.

Really impresses

• The answer is Awes.

Unfair reputation

• The answer is BumRap.

Host of the 2024 Summer Olympics

• The answer is Paris.

“Warrior-monks who keep peace in the universe,” per George Lucas

• The answer is Jedi.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.