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 Monday, January 6, 2025:
Across
___ notification (alert on a phone screen)
The answer is Push.
Stocking stuffer?
The answer is Santa.
Hunter with a famous "belt"
The answer is Orion.
Gas used to infuse some beer and coffee, for short
The answer is Nitro.
18-wheeler
The answer is Semi.
Down
Home of the Notre-Dame cathedral
The answer is Paris.
Join forces
The answer is Unite.
Tempest
The answer is Storm.
World capital whose name means "between two rivers" in Vietnamese
The answer is Hanoi.
Child with a Roman numeral after his name, maybe
The answer is Son.
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