NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for July 22, 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 Tuesday, July 22, 2025:

Across

Get ready for a vacation

• The answer is Pack.

How you might feel after riding a roller coaster

• The answer is Dizzy.

"All things being ___ ..."

• The answer is Equal.

Small donkey of the Southwest

• The answer is Burro.

Items shot from cannons at basketball games

• The answer is Tees.

Down

Spark, as curiosity

• The answer is Pique.

Sky-blue hue

• The answer is Azure.

Government policy leaders

• The answer is Czars.

___ Ren, villain in the "Star Wars" universe

• The answer is Kylo.

What an i.o.u. represents

• The answer is Debt.

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