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If you’re having trouble with the NYT Mini Crossword for February 21, 2025, we’ve compiled a complete list of today’s clues and answers. Simply search for the clue you’re stuck on, and you’ll find the solution without spoiling the rest of the puzzle. Happy solving!
1A Elevator alternative NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Alternative (adjective)
- Serving as a substitute for something else
- Necessitating a choice between mutually exclusive options
Answer:
[spoiler]STEPS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Alternative (noun)
- One of several available options, only one of which can be chosen
6A Evil corporation on Apple TV+’s “Severance” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Corporation (noun)
- Informal term for a paunch
- A business entity legally recognised through incorporation in a specific state
Answer:
[spoiler]LUMON[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Severance (noun)
- The act of cutting or separating something
- A personal or social division, often between opposing groups
7A Ring-shaped coral reef NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Ring-shaped (adjective)
- Having the form of a ring
Answer:
[spoiler]ATOLL[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Shaped (adjective)
- Formed or moulded to fit, as if by modifying the contours of a flexible material through work or effort
8A Aura of confidence NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Confidence (noun)
- A relationship built on trust
- A sense of certainty and belief in oneself and one’s abilities
Answer:
[spoiler]MOJO[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Aura (noun)
- A depiction of radiant light surrounding a saint’s head
- A unique yet intangible presence or quality surrounding a person or thing
9A ___ Lanka NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
SIR
Answer:
[spoiler]SRI[/spoiler]
1D Severely criticizes NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Severely (adverb)
- In a strict or stern manner
- To an intense or serious extent
Answer:
[spoiler]SLAMS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Answer used in the past:
- PANS (4 letters)
2D One-on-one academic coach NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: One-on-one (adverb)
- In a direct interaction between two people
Answer:
[spoiler]TUTOR[/spoiler]
Hint 2: One-on-one (adjective)
- A style of play where one defensive player marks one offensive player
- Involving direct interaction between two individuals
3D A head of our time? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Time (noun)
- A specific moment indicated by a clock
- A rhythmic pattern created by dividing into equal segments
Answer:
[spoiler]EMOJI[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Time (verb)
- Record the duration of an event, action, or person’s performance within a set period
- Coordinate an action so it occurs at the intended moment
4D Preppy shirt NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shirt (noun)
- A piece of clothing worn on the upper body
Answer:
[spoiler]POLO[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Shirt (verb)
- To put on a shirt
5D Show with a recently aired 50th anniversary special NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anniversary (noun)
- The recurring date of a past event, often marked by a celebration
Answer:
[spoiler]SNL[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Special (adjective)
- Included in addition to the usual schedule
- Of highest importance
