Struggling with the NYT Mini Crossword for April 8, 2025? Our guide is here to help! The New York Times Mini Crossword is a bite-sized version of the classic daily puzzle—quick to solve but just as rewarding. Perfect for word enthusiasts who want a fun challenge without the time commitment of a full-sized crossword, it’s available both in print and online for solvers of all skill levels.
Stuck on a clue? No worries! Below, you’ll find a list of all the clues—just tap on the one you need help with to reveal the answer. No spoilers for the ones you’re still working on!
1A Only rock that humans regularly eat NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Regularly (adverb)
- In a consistent or scheduled way.
Answer:
[spoiler]SALT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Humans (noun)
- All living people on Earth.
5A Ten-legged sea creature NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Legged (adjective)
- Having legs of a particular type or in a specific number.
Answer:
[spoiler]CRAB[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Creature (noun)
- A person used or manipulated by others to carry out unpleasant or dishonest tasks.
- A human being; “wight” is an old-fashioned or archaic term for this.
6A Ones who might be “cheesed off” (annoyed) or “chuffed to bits” (happy) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Chuffed (adjective)
- Very happy or satisfied.
Answer:
[spoiler]BRITS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Annoyed (adjective)
- Irritated or made impatient, often due to minor disturbances.
- Bothered repeatedly, especially by small or trivial issues.
7A Right-E? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Right (verb)
- To correct or fix something.
- To make amends or offer compensation.
Answer:
[spoiler]EAST[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Right (adjective)
- Accurate in opinion or judgment.
- Designed or meant for the right hand.
8A Fencing sword NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fencing (noun)
- Materials used to construct fences.
- A structure that encloses or defines an area.
Answer:
[spoiler]EPEE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Sword (noun)
- A weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for cutting or thrusting.
1D Throw in the trash NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Throw (verb)
- To start or activate something.
- To express or convey through a gesture, look, or smile.
Answer:
[spoiler]SCRAP[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Throw (noun)
- The full range of motion of a pivoting or moving part controlled by a cam.
- A single opportunity or occurrence.
2D Come up NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Come (verb)
- To originate from or be related by blood or family ties.
- To total or amount to a specific number or quantity.
Answer:
[spoiler]ARISE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Come (noun)
- A thick white fluid containing sperm, released from the male reproductive system.
3D Caffè ___ (espresso drink) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Espresso (noun)
- A concentrated black coffee made by pushing hot water through finely ground coffee beans under pressure.
Answer:
[spoiler]LATTE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Drink (verb)
- To raise a glass in honor or celebration of someone or something.
- To be deeply captivated or absorbed; to focus intently.
4D Cable channel that airs March Madness games NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Channel (verb)
- To transmit or act as a medium for something.
- To direct or transfer from one place or person to another.
Answer:
[spoiler]TBS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Channel (noun)
- A TV station along with its broadcasted content.
- A bodily tube or passage that carries fluids or other substances.
6D Busy buzzer NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Buzzer (noun)
- A push-button near an entrance that activates a ringing or buzzing alert when pressed.
- A device that emits a buzzing sound to signal something.
Answer:
[spoiler]BEE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Busy (adjective)
- Unavailable for use, as with a phone line or restroom; often shown as “engaged” in British English.
- Interfering in an unwelcome or intrusive way.
