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 Thursday, August 7, 2025:

Across

Parts of a museum dinosaur exhibit

The answer is Bones.

Smiling Face with Sunglasses, for one

The answer is Emoji.

Painter's stand

The answer is Easel.

Restaurant item often asked for by signing the air

The answer is Check.

Overly slapdash

The answer is Hasty.

Down

Tree with smooth gray bark

The answer is Beech.

Nebraska city that's home to Union Pacific headquarters

The answer is Omaha.

Features of bloodhounds that are said to be 1,000 times stronger than humans

The answer is Noses.

Boot from a game

The answer is Eject.

___ smooth

The answer is Silky.

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