NYT Mini Crossword Answers for May 21, 2025 Revealed

NEW YORK, NY — The New York Times has released the answers for its Mini Crossword on May 21, 2025. The puzzle offers a quick challenge for fans looking for a fun distraction.

In this edition, players tackled a five-by-five grid populated with clues that tested their knowledge and wit. The key answers included “TWIN” for a role played by Michael B. Jordan in the latest film, “Sinners,” and “OHMY” for an expression of surprise.

The puzzle featured various clues such as “GRAPE” for a word that follows “green,” and “ISLE” for a bit of land in the ocean. Additionally, players encountered clever references like “NOEL,” the French name for Santa Claus.

For those stumped by specific hints, 1-Down revealed “TORSO” as the trunk of the body, while 2-Down was solved with “WHALE,” describing a large marine mammal. Players found the clue “GIN” accurately paired with tonic, showcasing the light-hearted nature of the Mini Crossword.

The clarity of many clues, such as the pop culture reference to Bill Nye, has drawn players to this engaging daily puzzle. The NYT Mini Crossword is known for its unique blend of easy and challenging clues, making it an enjoyable experience for a wide range of solvers.

As a daily challenge, the Mini Crossword is free to play, but accessing previous puzzles requires a subscription to the NYT Games section. Fans are encouraged to return each day for a new set of clues and to join in on the fun of solving.