Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers and Hints – Sep 18, 2025
Need help with today’s puzzle? We’ve got all the clues and answers you’re looking for.
Looking for today’s NYT Mini Crossword answers? You’re in the right place! Here, you’ll find complete hints, solutions, and daily tips for the Mini Crossword, as well as answers for other popular New York Times puzzles like Wordle, Strands, Connections, and Connections: Sports Edition.
Need a little guidance to solve today’s Mini Crossword? Keep reading for helpful hints, strategies, and expert tips to make your puzzle-solving smoother.
For those interested in today’s Wordle, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition, and Strands answers, you can also check CNET’s NYT puzzle hints page for a full set of solutions.
Want to sharpen your crossword skills? Don’t miss our Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini Crossword—packed with advice to help you complete puzzles faster and more accurately.
Now, let’s dive into today’s Mini Crossword clues and answers and get solving!
Across
With 4-Across, another nickname for the Windy City
The answer is Chi.
See 1-Across
The answer is Town.
Constellation known for the three stars across its middle
The answer is Orion.
Burrito bowl topping
The answer is Salsa.
Whole bunch (of)
The answer is Slew.
Down Clues
Some Silicon Valley execs, for short
The answer is CTOs.
Dances that involve lifting a married couple in chairs
The answer is Horas.
“You can count on me”
The answer is I Will.
Front part of an airplane
The answer is Nose.
“Heck ___!”
The answer is Naw.
Quick Tips for Solving the NYT Mini Crossword
Guess and refine. If a clue feels uncertain, fill in your best guess. You can adjust it as more letters appear.
Switch between Across and Down. Stuck on one side? Move to the other—it often reveals letters that help solve the first.
Expect wordplay. Mini Crossword creators love clever twists. Look for alternative meanings or puns when clues seem tricky.
