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The History ArchivesMini 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 Tuesday, April 1, 2025:

Across

WITH 8-ACROSS, WHAT WAS LEFT ON WHILE MAKING THIS PUZZLE

• The answer is Caps.

SAN DIEGO BASEBALL PLAYER

• The answer is Padre.

PAIR OF CYMBALS ON A DRUM SET

• The answer is HiHat.

MONOPOLY TOKEN RETIRED IN 2013

• The answer is Iron.

SEE 1-ACROSS

• The answer is Lock.

Down

CAPITAL OF EGYPT

• The answer is Cairo.

LIKE A TEMPORARY COMMITTEE

• The answer is AdHoc.

BIT OF APRIL FOOLS' DAY FOOLERY

• The answer is Prank.

READY-GO GO-BETWEEN

• The answer is Set.

SINGER COLLINS

• The answer is Phil.

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