NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for November 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 Monday, Nov. 3, 2025:

Across

On the ___ (using Tinder or Bumble)

• The answer is Apps.

Color of the second-hardest Connections category

• The answer is Blue.

Prepare, as a Thanksgiving turkey

• The answer is Carve.

Have to have

• The answer is Need.

Camper's construction

• The answer is Tent.

Down

Kimmel's channel

• The answer is ABC.

Audience member who's in on the magic trick

• The answer is Plant.

Many a baby food

• The answer is Puree.

Typical number of objects that humans can hold in working memory, hence phone numbers

• The answer is Seven.

Summer hrs. in N.Y.C.

• The answer is EDT.

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

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