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Today’s Mini Crossword is a good one for fans of the letter “F.” Plus, 5-Across taught me a neat tidbit about ancient history. Can’t wait to pull that one out at parties! Want an assist 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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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Doubtful Answer: IFFY
5A clue: Neanderthals made the first one from birch bark tar approximately 200,000 years agoAnswer: GLUE
6A clue: Fire-starting rockAnswer: FLINT
7A clue: Word that can fill the blanks of “So ___!” and “Go ___!”Answer: LONG
8A clue: Meditation practitionerAnswer: YOGI
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Brand of coolerAnswer: IGLOO
2D clue: Short-lived relationshipAnswer: FLING
3D clue: Mushrooms and suchAnswer: FUNGI
4D clue: “Even so …”Answer: YET
6D clue: Outer layer of a tentAnswer: FLY
