【The Never Ending Love Story】

The The Never Ending Love StoryMini 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 Wednesday, April 23, 2025:

Across

With 7-Across, flight option that saves money at the expense of sleep

• The answer is Red.

Like pastel shades

• The answer is Pale.

Appliance on a patio

• The answer is Grill.

Simplicity

• The answer is Ease.

See 1-Across

• The answer is Eye.

Down

Underpaid employee's request

• The answer is Raise.

Fashion magazine with a palindromic name

• The answer is Elle.

Director Guillermo ___ Toro

• The answer is Del.

Thank God, say

• The answer is Pray.

"Will you look at that!"

• The answer is Gee.

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