Answers and Clues for the NYT Mini Crossword on August 7, 2025
The Mini is a delightful, bite-sized version of The New York Times’ cherished daily crossword. While its longer counterpart requires both knowledge and patience, The Mini offers a different, more invigorating experience. With just a handful of clues, this daily puzzle serves as a charming speed challenge for many enthusiasts. However, encountering a tricky clue can sometimes disrupt one’s flow—leading to a bit of frustration. If you find yourself stumped while playing The Mini—similar to how one might feel with Wordle or Connections—rest assured, we’re here to support you.
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Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Thursday, August 7, 2025:
- Across
- Parts of a museum dinosaur exhibit
- Smiling Face with Sunglasses, for one
- Painter’s stand
- Restaurant item often asked for by signing the air
- Overly slapdash
- Down
- Tree with smooth gray bark
- Nebraska city that’s home to Union Pacific headquarters
- Features of bloodhounds that are said to be 1,000 times stronger than humans
- Boot from a game
- ___ smooth
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