NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 4, 2025
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 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, Dec. 4, 2025:
Across
Butterfingers
The answer is Klutz.
Letter before beta
The answer is Alpha.
Like “ad hoc” or “ad hominem”
The answer is Latin.
Prestigious university in Atlanta
The answer is Emory.
Word drawn out in speech before “… they’re off!”
The answer is And.
Down
Dinosaur ___, vegetable so-named for its bumpy green texture
The answer is And.
Animal in a Peruvian herd
The answer is Llama.
Sinclair who wrote “The Jungle”
The answer is Upton.
Base that’s 90 feet from home
The answer is Third.
Wild and funny
The answer is Zany.
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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.
