Looking for help with the NYT Mini Crossword for January 29, 2025? We’ve got you covered with a detailed guide to assist you in solving the puzzle. The New York Times Mini Crossword is a compact yet engaging alternative to the traditional daily crossword, perfect for those seeking a quick mental challenge. Despite its smaller grid, it’s just as stimulating, offering fewer clues but maintaining the same level of difficulty as the full-sized version. Published daily in both print and digital formats, it’s ideal for puzzlers on the go.
Stuck on a clue for the January 29th NYT Mini Crossword? We’ve compiled all the clues and their answers below. Simply find the clue you’re struggling with to reveal the solution without spoiling the rest of the puzzle!
1A Type of bulb in many Christmas lights, for short NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Christmas (noun)
- The period from December 24 to January 6.
- A Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Christ; traditionally a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland.
Answer:
[spoiler]LED[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Short (adjective)
- Lacking in quantity to adequately fulfil a requirement.
- Characterised by abrupt or curt mannerisms.
4A Diminish, as confidence NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Diminish (verb)
- To reduce in size, scope, or extent.
- To weaken or undermine authority, dignity, or reputation.
Answer:
[spoiler]ERODE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Confidence (noun)
- A relationship built on trust.
- A state of certainty; belief in oneself and one’s abilities.
6A With 7-Across, sawing a person in half, e.g. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- An illusionary act that appears magical to those who are easily impressed.
- Any form of art that draws upon supernatural forces.
Answer:
[spoiler]MAGIC[/spoiler]
Hint 2: (Adjective)
- Having, using, or relating to supernatural abilities.
7A See 6-Across NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- A deceptive act that appears magical to those who are easily misled.
- A clever or dishonest trick or strategy.
Answer:
[spoiler]TRICK[/spoiler]
Hint 2: (Verb)
- To mislead or trick someone.
8A Breakaway religious groups NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Breakaway (noun)
- The act of separating or distancing oneself from a group or situation.
Answer:
[spoiler]SECTS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Breakaway (adjective)
- Detached from or supporting separation from an organisation, policy, or belief.
1D Sudoku solver’s asset NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sudoku (noun)
- A numerical puzzle where the digits 1 to 9 must be arranged within a grid, ensuring each row and column contains each number only once.
Answer:
[spoiler]LOGIC[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Solver (noun)
- An individual who analyses a problem, processes information, and applies reasoning to find a solution.
2D Official decree NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Official (adjective)
- Following established rules, procedures, or standards.
- Endorsed by authority or having formal approval.
Answer:
[spoiler]EDICT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Official (noun)
- An individual appointed to a position of responsibility or office.
- A person responsible for enforcing the rules in a game or sport.
3D Illusionists might cut them in half NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Might (noun)
- Physical strength
Answer:
[spoiler]DECKS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Anagram – Rearrange the following letters to solve today’s answer:
SKCED
4D CPR pros NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: CPR (noun)
- An emergency technique involving chest compressions and artificial respiration, used as the initial response for someone who has collapsed, has no pulse, and has stopped breathing. It aims to restore blood circulation and prevent brain damage or death due to oxygen deprivation.
Answer:
[spoiler]EMTS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Anagram – Rearrange the following letters to solve today’s answer:
STEM
5D Like finding a four-leaf clover NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Finding (noun)
- The process of identifying the characteristics of something, typically through research or analysis.
- An object or piece of information that has been discovered.
Answer:
[spoiler]RARE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Clover (noun)
- A plant belonging to the Trifolium genus.
