NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for October 28, 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 Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025:

Across

N.B.A. team with purple-and-orange jerseys

• The answer is Suns.

"___ Demon Hunters" (hit 2025 movie)

• The answer is KPop.

Scrumptious

• The answer is Tasty.

"Next ___ on the agenda ..."

• The answer is Item.

Politician Buttigieg

• The answer is Pete.

Down

Rink rental

• The answer is Skate.

Ticked off

• The answer is Upset.

Ticked off

• The answer is Not Me.

Fittingly, the outside letters of "snoopy"

• The answer is Spy.

What might be requested after spinning around an iPad

• The answer is Tip.

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