NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for August 3, 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 3, 2025:

Across

With 5-Down, road trip with frequent stops for reds

• The answer is Wine.

Printer supply

• The answer is Toner.

Use DoorDash or Grubhub

• The answer is Order.

Like thrift shop items

• The answer is Used.

Distortus ___, mutant dinosaur in "Jurassic World Rebirth"

• The answer is Rex.

Down

Not as good

• The answer is Worse.

End-of-book reference

• The answer is Index.

Have to have

• The answer is Need.

Go wrong

• The answer is Err.

See 1-Across

• The answer is Tour.

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