NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for November 11, 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 Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025:

Across

Villain’s counterpart

California governor Newsom

Home to Prada (and pasta)

Shipping company with a purple-and-orange logo

Three-pointer, in basketball lingo

Down

Hard person to please

Get around

“Inside Out” girl

Deep black gemstone

“Today is a ___. That’s why it’s called the present” (cliché)

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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.