NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 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 Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025:

Across

"___, don't tell" (writing adage)

• The answer is Show.

Creator of Indiana Jones and Han Solo

• The answer is Lucas.

What "ain't" can substitute for

• The answer is Aren't.

Icon on a flight map

• The answer is Plane.

Federal food stamps initiative, familiarly

• The answer is Snap.

Down

Action in the card game Egyptian Ratscrew

• The answer is Slap.

Throws forcefully

• The answer is Hurls.

Where 97% of the Earth's water is found

• The answer is Ocean.

"You down?"

• The answer is Wanna.

Neil Armstrong took a "small" one

• The answer is Step.

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