NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for February 20, 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 Thursday, February 20, 2025:

Across

Sound of hard impact

• The answer is Bam.

"Hoo-wee!"

• The answer is OhBaby.

With 8-Across, kind of bus associated with London

• The answer is Double.

See 7-Across

• The answer is Decker.

Sponsored posts in one's newsfeed, e.g.

• The answer is Ads.

Down

Dessert described as "half-bread, half-cake"

• The answer is Babka.

Having a full range of physical or mental abilities

• The answer is Abled.

Mike who played Austin Powers

• The answer is Myers.

Quirky

• The answer is Odd.

Garden tool used for weeding

• The answer is Hoe.

Tampa Bay football player, for short

• The answer is Buc.

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