NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for November 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 Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025:

Across

What Peter Pan teaches the Darling kids to do

Cover-up for a curse

Bird perched atop a cactus on Mexico’s flag

Go off, as a volcano

Short albums, for short

Down

Burning emergency signal

Slight advantage, so to speak

Checks restaurant reviews on one’s phone, perhaps

Spell-off

“What was the name of your first ___?” (common security question)

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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 the latest Mini Crossword.