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 Friday, July 11, 2025:

Across

Helpful things

The answer is Aids.

Pale shade of yellowish-white

The answer is Cream.

Spiritual leader whose name translates to "my teacher"

The answer is Rabbi.

With 9-Across, parallel bars?

The answer is Equal.

See 8-Across

The answer is Sign.

Down

Units of farmland

The answer is Acres.

Dweller in the country where the Tigris and Euphrates meet

The answer is Iraqi.

Fix, as glitchy software

The answer is Debug.

Longtime Alabama football coach Nick

The answer is Saban.

$1,000,000, informally

The answer is Mil.

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