NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for October 15, 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 Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025:

Across

Chromebooks, but not MacBooks

• The answer is PCS.

"Yippee!"

• The answer is Wahoo.

Reveal, as juicy gossip

• The answer is Spill.

With 2-Down, chef who helped popularize chicken cordon bleu in the U.S.

• The answer is Julia.

Toss in

• The answer is Add.

Down

___ New Guinea

• The answer is Papua.

See 7-Across

• The answer is Child.

State of matter for most elements at room temperature

• The answer is Solid.

Business-focused newspaper, for short

• The answer is WSJ.

Hello, in Portuguese

• The answer is OLA.

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