NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for September 17, 2025

The Mini 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, Sept. 17, 2025:

Across

Middling

• The answer is So So.

Attractive, muscular guy

• The answer is Hunk.

1/23/45 and 6/7/89

• The answer is Dates.

Big name in flat-pack furniture

• The answer is IKEA.

Job benefit

• The answer is Perk.

Down

Ice cream drink

• The answer is Shake.

Word with space or Banks

• The answer is Outer.

Quarterback running play

• The answer is Sneak.

Signs off on

• The answer is OKs.

Buy the ___ (investing strategy)

• The answer is Dip.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.