Struggling with the NYT Mini Crossword for May 15, 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.
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1A Direction opposite of WSW NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Wsw (noun)
- A direction on the compass that lies halfway between west and southwest.
Answer:
[spoiler]ENE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Opposite (adverb)
- Positioned so as to directly face another.
4A Shoot out, as lava from a volcano NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Volcano (noun)
- An opening in the Earth’s crust (or on another planet’s surface) where molten rock and gases escape.
- A mountain created by the buildup of erupted volcanic material.
Answer:
[spoiler]SPEW[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Lava (noun)
- Molten rock that flows from a volcano; it’s called lava once magma reaches the surface.
5A “In what place?” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Place (noun)
- A position or role within an organization.
- A specific spot identified in relation to the features of an area.
Answer:
[spoiler]WHERE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Place (verb)
- To determine or set a location for something.
- To give someone or something a rank or rating.
6A Plants you didn’t plant, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Perhaps (adverb)
- Possibly or by chance.
Answer:
[spoiler]WEEDS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Plant (noun)
- A living organism in the botanical world that cannot move on its own.
- A facility or set of buildings used for industrial work.
7A Like Mini crosswords … and a phonetic description of this puzzle? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Phonetic (adjective)
- Connected to the sounds of spoken language.
Answer:
[spoiler]EASY[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Description (noun):
- A verbal account or explanation of something.
- A type or category of something.
1D Fencing swords NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fencing (noun)
- Material for building fences
- A barrier that serves to enclose an area
Answer:
[spoiler]EPEES[/spoiler]
2D Prone to geeking out NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Prone (adjective)
- Lying flat with the face down.
- Likely to do or experience something; inclined toward (often used with other words).
Answer:
[spoiler]NERDY[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Out (adverb)
- No longer in one’s control or ownership.
3D Farm animals that sound like vowels not seen in this puzzle? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Puzzle (verb)
- To confuse or perplex someone.
- To feel uncertain or to consider something without fully understanding or deciding.
Answer:
[spoiler]EWES[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Puzzle (noun):
- A challenging problem believed to have a definite answer.
- A game designed to test cleverness and problem-solving skills.
4D Stadium at which the Beatles performed an iconic 1965 concert NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Stadium (noun)
- A large open-air venue designed for sports events or entertainment.
Answer:
[spoiler]SHEA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Beatles (noun)
- A rock band from Liverpool active between 1962 and 1970, known for many hit songs and albums, mostly written by Paul McCartney and John Lennon.
5D Org. for Hulk Hogan and John Cena NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hogan (noun)
- An American golfer famous for winning numerous major tournaments (1912–1997).
- A traditional Navajo dwelling made of earth, typically with the entrance facing east.
Answer:
[spoiler]WWE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Hulk (verb)
- To appear very large or dominate a space.
