【With You Again】

The With You AgainMini 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, April 24, 2025:

Across

Tiny cotton swab

• The answer is QTip.

Leaves on the stove too long

• The answer is Burns.

They're used to hunt and peck

• The answer is Beaks.

"I'm trying to focus here!"

• The answer is Quiet.

Button that might make a "Whoosh!" sound

• The answer is Send.

Down

Word pronounced like its first letter (which is followed by four vowels)

• The answer is Queue.

Feature of an extravagant wedding dress

• The answer is Train.

Signed, as a contract

• The answer is Inked.

Verbal alternative to a tap on the shoulder

• The answer is Psst.

Some backyard parties, for short

• The answer is BBQs.

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