
NYT Mini Crossword Answers (Monday, October 20, 2025)
Written by Anish | Published: October 20, 2025, | Updated Daily
???? NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, October 20, 2025
Looking for today’s NYT Mini Crossword answers? You’re in the right place. Below are the complete clues and solutions for both Across and Down clues from October 20, 2025.
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✳️ Mini Across Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1A. Sound from a mouse | CLICK |
| 6A. Many-headed serpent killed by Hercules | HYDRA |
| 7A. View from a cruise ship window | OCEAN |
| 8A. “See ya later!” | PEACE |
| 9A. Animal whose antlers can grow up to an inch per day | ELK |
⬇️ Mini Down Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1D. Dice, e.g. | CHOP |
| 2D. French for “high school” | LYCEE |
| 3D. 10 out of 10 | IDEAL |
| 4D. Sound from a bat | CRACK |
| 5D. “Citizen ___” | KANE |
???? About the NYT Mini Crossword
The New York Times Mini Crossword is a bite-sized version of the iconic NYT Crossword — short, clever, and perfect for quick mental warmups. It typically has 5×5 grids and releases daily via the NYT Games app or the official NYT website.
???? Pro Tip for Solving Mini Crosswords
If you get stuck, start with the shortest clues or the ones you’re certain about. Fill the easy ones first — they’ll help unlock the rest of the puzzle faster.
❓ FAQs About NYT Mini Crossword (October 20, 2025)
Q1. What is today’s NYT Mini Crossword date?
A. Today’s NYT Mini Crossword is for Monday, October 20, 2025.
Q2. Where can I play the NYT Mini Crossword online?
A. You can play it directly on the New York Times Games website or the NYT Crossword app available on Android and iOS.
Q3. Is the NYT Mini Crossword free to play?
A. The first few puzzles are free, but continued play requires a NYT Games subscription.
Q4. How often are Mini Crossword answers updated here?
A. We update TechBoltX daily with all NYT puzzle answers (Wordle, Strands, Connections, and Mini Crossword).
Q5. What was 1-Across in today’s Mini Crossword?
A. The 1-Across clue “Sound from a mouse” is CLICK.

