UPDATE: The latest answers for the New York Times Mini Crossword puzzle for October 20, 2025, have just been released. If you’re facing challenges with today’s clues, you’re not alone—this puzzle has proven to be particularly tricky!
The highlight of today’s crossword is the notorious 1-Across, which cleverly disguises the answer related to a mouse. If you need immediate assistance, we have compiled the complete answers below, ensuring you can tackle today’s puzzle with confidence.
For those seeking hints or guidance on solving these daily challenges, check out our comprehensive Mini Crossword tips. Additionally, for fans of other puzzles, answers for the Wordle, Connections, and Connections: Sports Edition can be found on CNET’s NYT puzzle hints page.
Here are the completed answers for the NYT Mini Crossword for today:
Mini Across Clues and Answers:
– 1A: Sound from a mouse – CLICK
– 6A: Many-headed serpent killed by Hercules – HYDRA
– 7A: View from a cruise ship window – OCEAN
– 8A: “See ya later!” – PEACE
– 9A: Animal whose antlers can grow up to an inch per day – ELK
Mini Down Clues and Answers:
– 1D: Dice, e.g. – CHOP
– 2D: French for “high school” – LYCEE
– 3D: 10 out of 10 – IDEAL
– 4D: Sound from a bat – CRACK
– 5D: “Citizen ___” – KANE
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