For enthusiasts of quick, brain-teasing wordplay, The New York Times Mini Crossword has become a staple of daily mental exercise.

On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, the NYT Mini delivered its characteristic blend of brevity and challenge, drawing puzzle-solvers into yet another compact grid of clues and connections.

The Popular Appeal of NYT Mini

While The New York Times’ flagship Crossword puzzle remains a tradition among seasoned solvers, the NYT Mini condensed, accessible version has cultivated a broad and loyal following of its own.

Designed for speed and accessibility, the Mini features a smaller 5x5 grid and typically takes just a few minutes to complete. Despite its size, the puzzle continues to surprise with clever clues and a refreshing mix of trivia and wordplay.

The NYT Mini is freely accessible to all players online, distinguishing it from the longer Crossword that is available via subscription.

Hints for Tuesday’s Grid – NYT Mini April 29

For those still working their way through today's puzzle and hoping to solve it unaided, here are thematic hints for each clue, without giving away the answers directly, as per a report by Parade magazine.

Across Clues:

• 1 Across: Refers to the final letter of the acronym “MoMA” — hint: it’s a field of expression.
  
  
• 4 Across: Describes how raw meats like tartare are prepared.
  
  
• 5 Across: Worn by individuals presiding over courts or casting spells.
  
  
• 7 Across: A color blending yellow with orange — a hue often seen in autumn.
  
  
• 8 Across: This Caribbean nation holds the title of the most populated.
  
  
• 9 Across: A room in disorder might be described using this three-letter word.
  
  

Down Clues:

• 1 Down: A sensory highlight at bakeries and candle stores.
  
• 2 Down: Classic magician’s prop — often pulled from a hat.
  
• 3 Down: A catchphrase of a famous cartoon canary.
  
• 5 Down: A short cheer used to root for a team.
  
• 6 Down: A South Asian country prefixed by a three-letter name.
  

Complete Solutions: NYT Mini Crossword for April 29

For those seeking the confirmed answers to NYT Mini April 29, here’s the full breakdown:

Across Answers:

• 1 Across: ART
  
• 4 Across: RAW
  
• 5 Across: ROBES
  
• 7 Across: AMBER
  
• 8 Across: HAITI
  
• 9 Across: STY
  

Down Answers:

• 1 Down: AROMAS
  
• 2 Down: RABBIT
  
• 3 Down: TWEETY
  
• 5 Down: RAH
  
• 6 Down: SRI
  

FAQs

How do I access the NYT mini crossword today for free?

You can play the Mini at nytimes.com/games, in The New York Times Games app (available on iOS and Android), or through the Play tab in the New York Times News app.

What is a mini crossword puzzle?

The Mini is a compact, quick-play version of The New York Times' acclaimed daily crossword