Today’s NYT mini crossword answers for August 9, 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 Saturday, August 9, 2025:

Across

Friendly and pleasant

Irritatingly self-important

Cheerleaders’ accessories

Barely ___ out a living

“We haven’t decided yet,” on schedules

Radio exposure for a song

___ of two evils

Pancake mix ingredient

Down

Challenge to a court ruling

Dodgers slugger Betts

Deeply involve oneself (in)

Smartphone download

Illegal copy

Kind of support for the lower back

English class assignment

French soccer club that won its first Champions League title in 2025, for short

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.