NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for August 10, 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 Sunday, August 10, 2025:

Across

Try to tag

• The answer is Chase.

Fictional sports icon with a statue by the Philadelphia Museum of Art

• The answer is Rocky.

Loosen, as laces

• The answer is Untie.

Trigger for a werewolf's transformation

• The answer is Moon.

"It's freezing!"

• The answer is Brr.

Down

Table tidbit

• The answer is Crumb.

Pay homage to

• The answer is Honor.

Driver, Cooper or Butler

• The answer is Actor.

Poisonous part of a poison dart frog

• The answer is Skin.

Needle opening

• The answer is Eye.

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