New York Times Mini Crossword Answers for April 10, 2025

NEW YORK, NY — The New York Times Mini Crossword has released its clues and answers for April 10, 2025. This compact version of the traditional crossword puzzle features a five by five grid, challenging players with a handful of clues in both directions.

The NYT Mini can be played for free on the New York Times Games app, making it an accessible daily diversion for puzzle enthusiasts. However, players need a paid subscription to access older puzzles from the archive. Many attempt to complete the Mini in under a minute, although some clues may require clues, revealing a bit of the answer to keep the game moving.

This week’s crossword featured clues such as “Smoke tendrils” and “What’s the point of church?” Debugging the crossword requires not just quick thinking but also a broad vocabulary. In case players are struggling, here are the answers to the clues:

1A: Smoke tendrils – WISPS

6A: Undo, as ‘I do’s’ – ANNUL

7A: What’s the point of church? – SPIRE

8A: Adorable flab – PUDGE

9A: Like some prices and precipices – STEEP

1D: Apple orchard pests – WASPS

2D: Two cents, so to speak – INPUT

3D: Like a sarcastic dig – SNIDE

4D: Get rid of – PURGE

5D: Succumb to a lullaby – SLEEP

These clues represent a glimpse into the daily challenge of the NYT Mini. As a fast-paced puzzle, it not only offers entertainment but also the satisfaction of solving clever wordplay in a compact format.