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The pornographic eroticismMini 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 Monday, April 7, 2025:

Across

Price to pay

• The answer is Cost.

The five unique letters of THE AREA HERE, fittingly

• The answer is Earth.

Uncomfortable thing to witness a couple do in public

• The answer is Argue.

Gwen ___, Spider-Woman's alter ego in the "Spider-Verse" movies

• The answer is Stacy.

Give a tug

• The answer is Yank.

Down

Magna ___

• The answer is Carta.

Instrument played at the ballpark

• The answer is Organ.

In need of a hint

• The answer is Stuck.

Nonbinary pronoun

• The answer is They.

Difficulty level for a newbie gamer

• The answer is Easy.

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