The Mini is a condensed version of The New York Times’ daily crossword, providing a quicker puzzle-solving experience. Here are the clues and answers for NYT’s The Mini for Tuesday, August 5, 2025:
– Across
– With 4-Across, non-alcoholic drink with a flavor reminiscent of beer: Hop
– See 1-Across: Water
– Houston M.L.B. player: Astro
– Sister’s daughter: Niece
– “Just ___ a bite” (parent’s dinner encouragement): Try
– Down
– Possesses a certain unnameable quality: Has It
– Animal that’s the mascot of California State University, Monterey Bay: Otter
– Best friend of Thomas the Tank Engine: Percy
– Sickly in appearance: Wan
– Spheres on a sushi roll: Roe
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