【Down Town】
The Down TownMini 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 Thursday, May 1, 2025:
Across
Question that looks like today's date
The answer is MayI.
Marvel's "The Avengers," e.g.
The answer is Comic.
Bring to mind
The answer is Evoke.
Like notebook paper
The answer is Lined.
An Australian millipede holds the record for the most in the animal kingdom, at 1,306
The answer is Legs.
Down
Marvel's "The Avengers," e.g.
The answer is Movie.
Surrounded by
The answer is Among.
"That is not good!"
The answer is Yikes.
Like some coffee orders
The answer is Iced.
Where to find ribosomes and mitochondria
The answer is Cell.
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