NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for August 14, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Thursday, August 14, 2025:

Across

Animals holding “Eat Mor Chikin” signs, in a classic ad campaign

The answer is Cows.

Suffix with Beatle or Wrestle

The answer is Mania.

“Au revoir!”

The answer is Adieu.

Ugly poster?

The answer is Troll.

Be likely (to)

The answer is Tend.

Down

Core group

The answer is Cadre.

Vegetable combined with celery and carrot to form “mirepoix”

The answer is Onion.

Handle, as a sword

The answer is Wield.

“Better Call ___” (“Breaking Bad” spinoff)

The answer is Saul.

Damon of “Oppenheimer”

The answer is Matt.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.

​Mashable