NYT Mini Hints and Solutions for 25. July, 2026
The Mini #23988 for Saturday, July 25, 2026 is a 7x7 grid with 18 clues (7 Across, 11 Down), starting with 1-Across: “"Good luck out there!"”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
8 Across: File-sharing method between two Apple devices (7 letters)
9 Across: Sticking together with paste (7 letters)
10 Across: Org. with a draft lottery (3 letters)
11 Across: Unable to relax (7 letters)
15 Across: Surround sound systems (7 letters)
16 Across: "I wouldn't do that if I were you" (7 letters)
Down
1 Down: Running joke (3 letters)
2 Down: Commodity whose price has risen sharply in 2026 (3 letters)
3 Down: Made a sound of exertion (7 letters)
4 Down: Ayo of "The Bear" (7 letters)
5 Down: Assessed for priority, as in the E.R. (7 letters)
6 Down: Extremely long time (3 letters)
7 Down: Fuel economy meas. (3 letters)
11 Down: Alternative to a lightning cable (3 letters)
12 Down: Book fair group, for short (3 letters)
13 Down: Soil-loosening tool (3 letters)
14 Down: Org. that issues Known Traveler Numbers (3 letters)
How NYT Mini Crossword Works
The NYT Mini Crossword is a bite-sized daily puzzle created by Joel Fagliano. Unlike the standard 15x15 daily crossword, the Mini uses a compact grid — usually 5x5, sometimes larger on Saturdays — designed to be solved in a few minutes. Today's Mini is 7x7 with 18 clues, and its longest answer is 7 letters.
- Across & Down Clues are divided into horizontal (Across) and vertical (Down) directions with numbers matching grid coordinates.
- Progressive Hints Use Hint 1 for a descriptive nudge or Hint 2 for starting and ending letter bounds before using full reveals.
- Daily Reset New Mini puzzles drop daily at 10:00 PM EST on weekdays/Saturdays and 6:00 PM EST on Sundays.
NYT Mini FAQ for July 25, 2026
How many clues are in the July 25, 2026 NYT Mini crossword?
The Mini (#23988, 2026-07-25) has 18 clues — 7 Across and 11 Down.
What size is the July 25, 2026 Mini grid?
A 7x7 grid.
What's the longest answer in this puzzle?
7 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.