New York Times Mini Crossword Answers
Last edited: May 4, 2025
Looking for the answers to the May 4, 2025 New York Times Mini Crossword? We've compiled all the solutions for both Across and Down clues to help you complete today's puzzle. Each answer includes a link to a detailed explanation page where you can learn more about the specific clue and answer.
Clues & Answers For The New York Times Mini(MAY 4, 2025)
ACROSS
- 1. Wines that Napa Valley is renowned for, informally - Crossword Clue
- 5. "Right away!" - Crossword Clue
- 8. School students - Crossword Clue
- 9. Make a mistake ... or 8-Across backward - Crossword Clue
- 10. Many a new driver - Crossword Clue
DOWN
- 1. Items of clothing that may be worn backward - Crossword Clue
- 2. ___ Gawande, surgeon with the #1 New York Times best seller "Being Mortal" - Crossword Clue
- 3. Hasbro toy with a pull handle and twistable crank - Crossword Clue
- 4. Criticize snarkily, with "at" - Crossword Clue
- 6. You're reading it - Crossword Clue
- 7. Channel with "2" and "U" spinoffs - Crossword Clue
About The May 4, 2025 NYT Mini Crossword
The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 4, 2025 features a variety of engaging clues spanning different knowledge domains. The Across clues include references to Napa Valley wines, expressions of urgency, educational settings, wordplay involving backward words, and references to novice drivers. The Down clues feature clothing-related references, a notable surgeon and author, a classic Hasbro toy, contemporary slang expressions, self-referential wordplay about the crossword itself, and television channel branding. This Mini Crossword offers a nice mix of straightforward clues and those requiring specific knowledge, making it accessible for solvers of various experience levels while still providing an enjoyable challenge.
NYT Mini Crossword Tips
When tackling the May 4, 2025 Mini Crossword, begin with the clues that seem most straightforward. For "Wines that Napa Valley is renowned for, informally," consider what wine varieties the region is famous for and any slang terms for them. For "Right away!" think about common expressions that convey immediacy. The clue "School students" is asking for a general term for those who attend educational institutions. The clue about making a mistake that also refers to 8-Across backward suggests a word that can be read in reverse to mean something else, so pay attention to potential palindromes or reversible words. For "Many a new driver," consider what demographic often gets behind the wheel for the first time. In the Down clues, "Items of clothing that may be worn backward" points to versatile garments. The clue about Atul Gawande requires specific knowledge, but crossings will help if you're unfamiliar with the name. The Hasbro toy clue refers to a classic children's toy with the described mechanical features. "Criticize snarkily, with 'at'" is looking for a slang verb that pairs with "at" to form a phrase meaning to criticize someone. "You're reading it" is a self-referential clue about the puzzle itself. Finally, the TV channel clue refers to a network that has spinoff channels named with the numbers and letters mentioned. Using crossing answers will be particularly helpful for narrowing down options when multiple answers seem possible.