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The Mini Crossword today sure covers a lot of ground! We’ve got tech, math, perfume and history on tap. My favorite clue is the punny 8-Down. I’ll try that one out the next time I’m at an art museum. Keep reading for an assist with today’s Mini Crossword. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.
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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Saturday, Aug. 2 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: TikTok or TinderAnswer: APP
4A clue: Lawyers’ org.Answer: ABA
7A clue: Place with Bunsen burners and beakers, in briefAnswer: CHEMLAB
9A clue: Product that can be sampled with a spray on the wristAnswer: COLOGNE
10A clue: Visibly muscularAnswer: TONED
11A clue: Groceries carrierAnswer: TOTEBAG
13A clue: Self-indulgent “journey”Answer: EGOTRIP
14A clue: AOL alternativeAnswer: MSN
15A clue: Things that phone users might accidentally tap on webpagesAnswer: ADS
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Sports org. that now includes schools from Texas and California, strangely enoughAnswer: ACC
2D clue: Hobbyists with cameras, informallyAnswer: PHOTOGS
3D clue: Big name in exercise bikesAnswer: PELOTON
4D clue: “Solve for x” subjectAnswer: ALGEBRA
5D clue: Temporary fix, so to speakAnswer: BANDAID
6D clue: Pres. LincolnAnswer: ABE
8D clue: “Show me the ___” (punny request at an art museum)Answer: MONET
11D clue: President pro ___Answer: TEM
12D clue: Road trip assistance, for shortAnswer: GPS