NYT mini crossword answers for May 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.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Sunday, May 25, 2025:

Across

Good for a bike route, bad for a bike tire

Rolling in it

Internet company with a purple logo

McIlroy who won the 2025 Masters

Mumford & ___ (rock band)

Down

Food item dipped in ketchup

Apt rhyme of “falsifiers”

Sneezing sound

Plant’s defense against herbivores, perhaps

Yiddish exclamations of woe

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