The NYT Mini crossword is a quick and easy version of the newspaper’s larger crossword puzzles. With three to five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, the NYT Mini is a fun daily distraction that can be completed in no time at all. Unlike the larger crossword, the NYT Mini is free to play on the New York Times website or NYT Games app, but an NYT Games subscription is needed for access to previous puzzles in the archives.
The answers for the NYT Mini crossword for Sunday, July 21 were revealed, including clues such as “Space between two teeth,” “Rural waterway that sounds like a haunted house noise,” and “Wind-___ (carried by the wind).” The crossword also featured clues related to topics like golf, French words, and popular brands like American Eagle’s lingerie and loungewear line. Players had the opportunity to test their skills and see how quickly they could complete the puzzle.
Completing the NYT Mini crossword on July 21 took just 1 minute and 19 seconds for one player. Some answers were easily figured out, while others required a little extra help. The player was able to solve most of the clues but needed assistance with a few, such as “AERIE.” Despite the challenges, the player enjoyed the puns like “CREEK” and “GROAN” within the crossword and encouraged others to check out their blog for help with future puzzles.
For those in need of assistance with Monday’s NYT Mini crossword, there are resources available, including guides for other NYT games like Wordle, Connections, and Strands. The NYT Mini is a new daily feature that is still evolving, with efforts being made to determine the best format and content based on reader feedback. Suggestions for improvements or additional hints for tricky clues can be submitted via email to help enhance the crossword-solving experience for players.