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Today’s NYT Mini Crossword isn’t too tough, but if you’re like me, your mind will go to a different word for 1-Across. They mean the same thing, but have different letters. Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.
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Let’s get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.
The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for May 4, 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Wines that Napa Valley is renowned for, informallyAnswer: CABS
5A clue: “Right away!”Answer: ATONCE
8A clue: School studentsAnswer: PUPILS
9A clue: Make a mistake … or 8-Across backwardAnswer: SLIPUP
10A clue: Many a new driverAnswer: TEEN
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Items of clothing that may be worn backwardAnswer: CAPS
2D clue: ___ Gawande, surgeon with the #1 New York Times best seller “Being Mortal”Answer: ATUL
3D clue: Hasbro toy with a pull handle and twistable crankAnswer: BOPIT
4D clue: Criticize snarkily, with “at”Answer: SNIPE
6D clue: You’re reading itAnswer: CLUE
7D clue: Channel with “2” and “U” spinoffsAnswer: ESPN
How to play more Mini Crosswords
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