NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for October 8, 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. 8, 2025:

Across

___ of personality

• The answer is Cult.

Spelling Bee rank achieved by getting 70% of total points

• The answer is Genius.

THC-infused gummy, e.g.

• The answer is Edible.

Grid with numbers

• The answer is Matrix.

Harvest

• The answer is Reap.

Down

Moth-repellent wood

• The answer is Cedar.

Join together

• The answer is Untie.

Zodiac sign before Scorpio

• The answer is Libra.

Flower that caused the world's first economic bubble in the 1630s

• The answer is Tulip.

Rock on a band

• The answer is Gem.

It sells, in an old maxim

• The answer is Sex.

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