NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for July 14, 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 Monday, July 14, 2025:

Across

Account used to log into Threads, familiarly

• The answer is Insta.

Upscale gym freebie

• The answer is Towel.

Bad thing to feel toward the end of a marathon

• The answer is Cramp.

Vowelless grunt

• The answer is Hmmph.

Vegetable in fried rice

• The answer is Pea.

Down

Reason to scratch one's head, perhaps

• The answer is Itch.

Standard

• The answer is Norm.

Shrek's home

• The answer is Swamp.

Arizona city between Phoenix and Mesa

• The answer is Tempe.

Gen ___ (kids born in the 2010s)

• The answer is Alpha.

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