Answers and Clues for the NYT Mini Crossword on May 17, 2025

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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 offers 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 interrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with other popular word games — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, May 17, 2025:

**Across**
1. "Link in ___" (common phrase on social media)  
2. They're ground in a coffee grinder  
3. Bike riders' headwear  
4. Variety of tomato whose name is also a meat  
5. Shoe spec that describes this puzzle?  
6. "Cha-ching, nothin' to it!"  

**Down**  
1. Church spot where bats hang out  
2. The first three words of "Green Eggs and Ham," straight from the narrator  
3. Boxing punch combo  
4. Purple slices in a salad  
5. Oktoberfest glass  
6. Prefix with decimal, in coding  
7. One-named hit singer with 1985's "Smooth Operator"  
8. Spelling ___  
9. Paper with the answers  

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