【This Isn't The Twilight Saga: New Moon: The XXX Parody】

The This Isn't The Twilight Saga: New Moon: The XXX ParodyMini 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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, May 25, 2024:

Across

Crack of the ___ (sweet sound for a baseball lover)

• The answer is Bat.

Did some roadwork

• The answer is Paved.

What tonic water was originally used to treat

• The answer is Malaria.

And so forth, for short

• The answer is Etc.

Tyrannosaurus ___

• The answer is Rex.

"Sorry, you just missed it"

• The answer is Too late.

Served cool, as a summer beverage

• The answer is On ice.

Like documents in Microsoft Word

• The answer is Typed.

Down

Outdoor space for a high-rise apartment

• The answer is Balcony.

"Selma" director DuVernay

• The answer is Ava.

Outdoor space for a high-rise apartment

• The answer is Terrace.

Tushie

• The answer is Patooty.

Followed a Paleo regimen, say

• The answer is Dieted.

Convened

• The answer is Met.

Tool for a "lumberjill"

• The answer is Axe.

Pouter's prominent feature

• The answer is Lip.

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