NYT Mini Crossword Solutions for Thursday, 8th May: Hints and Responses
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Hey there puzzle enthusiast! Fancy a quick brain teaser? The NYT Mini Crossword from Wednesday, May 7th, left me scratching my head but ultimately satisfied. Here are the clues and answers to help you breeze through it.
Welcome to the bite-sized, time-friendly, and completely free version of the NYT Crossword—the Mini! Unlike its larger counterpart, the Mini Crossword doesn't require a paid subscription, making it an ideal choice for a quick fix of puzzle-solving. You can play it right on the New York Times website or on the NYT Games app. However, to access past puzzles from the archives, you'll need an NYT Games subscription.
If you're in a rush and need a helping hand, read on for all the answers from today's Mini Crossword. But be warned, SPOILERS lie ahead!
FEATURED | Phrases UnraveledUnscramble the anagram to reveal the famous phrase:
- Feature of a winding road - CURVE
Pinpoint | LinkedInGuess the category:
- Colossal marine animal filmed in its natural habitat for the first time in 2025 - SQUID
Queens | LinkedInCrown each region:
- "Don't click this in public!" - NSFW
Crossclimb | LinkedInUnlock the trivia ladder:
- "You can take this job and shove it!" - IQUIT
Moving on to the Across section, some clues required a logical leap or a bit of general knowledge. For instance, when I got to "Like some spouses," I conjured up Bill & Ted (the fantastic time-traveling duo) in my mind, which led me to the answer, WIVES. Others, like CURVE and NSFW, came more intuitively.
Now, for the DOWN section:
- Dreyer's ice cream on the East Coast - EDYS
- Poe, Pope, or Pound – POET
- Some caterpillars - FURRY
- Added to the payroll - HIRED
This one took me a bit over 1.5 minutes to solve. Not too shabby, right? Do let me know how you did on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. If you're also into Wordle, I've got guides to help you conquer that game too! Check out my blog here for all my TV guides, reviews, and more. Thanks for reading!
In case you're curious about crosswords or need help with past issues, remember to check the official New York Times website or reputable crossword solution websites for historical data.
For example, these are the Across and Down Clues and Answers for May 7, 2025:
Across Clues and Answers- 1 Across: Adjective that rhymes with "sheesh" or "pitch" – NICHE- 5 Across: Pale in color – LANTERN- 6 Across: Pneumatic tire – TUBE- 7 Across: Cape Cod – COLONY- 8 Across: Makes a person misty-eyed – TUGS AT THE HEARTSTRINGS
Down Clues and Answers- 1 Down: Adds a twist – SPINS- 2 Down: Spills – POURS OUT- 3 Down: Abdominal muscles – ABS- 4 Down: Makes nervous – SPIES ON- 5 Down: Comes to an end – WRAPS UP
To find answers for any specific date, it's best to search for the puzzle on the official New York Times website or a reputable crossword solution website like my favorite, XWordInfo. Happy solving!
Today's NYT Mini Crossword answers are available for those who need help, but be mindful of the spoilers ahead! In the Across section, clues like "Like some caterpillars" led to the answer "FURRY". For the Down section, I discovered "Edys" as the answer for Dreyer's ice cream on the East Coast. If you're curious about yesterday's crossword from May 7, 2025, you can find the answers on XWordInfo or the official New York Times website.
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