NYT Mini Crossword for today: solutions for Saturday, May 10.
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If you enjoy crossword puzzles but lack the time to tackle a full-sized version from your daily newspaper, The Mini is the perfect solution! This condensed form of the New York Times’ famous crossword puzzle allows you to test your skills quickly and efficiently (the average puzzle takes just over a minute to complete). Even though The Mini is smaller and less complex than a traditional crossword, it can still present challenges. Getting stuck on a single clue might mean the difference between achieving a personal best or experiencing an awkward solving attempt.
Just like our hints for Wordle and Connections, we're here to assist you with The Mini if you find yourself needing a bit of help. Below are the answers for today’s NYT Mini crossword.
**NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Today**
*New York Times*
**Across**
Common feature in a tourist's brochure – MAP
Olympic accolade – MEDAL
Any of the green plastic figures from “Toy Story” – SOLDIER
Still at large – ATLARGE
Driver’s license or passport – PHOTOID
Star of the Eras Tour – SWIFT
30, 45, or 50 on a beach bottle: Abbr. – SPF
**Down**
Calms down – MELLOWS
Prompt displayed after swiping a card at an iPad register – ADDATIP
Form pairs – PAIROFF
Fluttering insects near a flame – MOTHS
Completely genuine – LEGIT
Adhesive substance – SAP
“No turning allowed on ___” (road sign) – RED
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NYT Mini Crossword for today: solutions for Saturday, May 10.
The NYT Mini crossword may be significantly smaller than a standard crossword, but it's still quite challenging. If you're having trouble with today's puzzle, we have the solutions for you.