NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for November 13, 2025

Mini is a smaller size version the new York Times‘Revered Daily Crossword. While crosswords are a longer experience that require both knowledge and patience to complete, minis have a completely different vibe.

With only a few clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue interrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini – just like Wordley and Connections – we’ve got you covered.

Here are the clues and answers for NYT’s The Mini for Thursday, November 13, 2025:

across

partner of the ready and willing

sound from the happy crowd

Title that shares its first two letters with “Mamdani”

second chance

maybe played pictionary

Below

sleeve filler

components of a chess set

extra clothes for summer

to wear out

orderly arrangement of ducks in a proverb

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? Check out the hints and answers for today’s Strands,

Isn’t that the day you’re after? Here is the solution to yesterday’s mini crossword.