NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for May 4, 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 Sunday, May 4, 2025:

Across

Wines that Napa Valley is renowned for, informally

“Right away!”

School students

Make a mistake … or 8-Across backward

Many a new driver

Down

Items of clothing that may be worn backward

___ Gawande, surgeon with the #1 New York Times best seller “Being Mortal”

Hasbro toy with a pull handle and twistable crank

Criticize snarkily, with “at”

You’re reading it

$10 bill, informally

Channel with “2” and “U” spinoffs

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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.