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The adventures in auto-eroticism': economies of traveling masculinity in on the roadMini 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, May 19, 2025:

Across

Network satirized on "30 Rock," for short

• The answer is NBC.

Sport played on horseback

• The answer is Polo.

One for whom every day is Boxing Day?

• The answer is Mover.

Like correct letters in Wordle

• The answer is Green.

Blend together

• The answer is Meld.

Down

"Invisible Man" or "Little Women"

• The answer is Novel.

Run in the wash

• The answer is Bleed.

What bourbon whiskey is primarily made from

• The answer is Corn.

Tiny hole in the skin

• The answer is Pore

Longtime movie studio acquired by Amazon in 2022

• The answer is MGM.

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