NYT Mini Crossword Answers Revealed: A Quick Guide to Today’s Puzzle

Are you curious about the types of bulbs commonly used in Christmas lights? Or perhaps you’re unsure what a breakaway religious group is called? Look no further—today’s NYT Mini Crossword has you covered.

The NYT Mini Crossword, a compact and fast-paced version of The New York Times’ renowned larger crossword, offers a quick mental challenge for puzzle enthusiasts. Typically featuring a 5×5 grid with three to five clues in each direction, the Mini is designed for speed and convenience. However, on Saturdays, the puzzles occasionally expand to provide a more substantial challenge.

Unlike its more extensive counterpart, the NYT Mini Crossword is free to play on The New York Times website or the NYT Games app. However, access to the puzzle archives requires an NYT Games subscription.

While most of the clues were straightforward, some solvers may have hesitated over answers like LED and SECTS on the Across side. One particularly tricky clue, ERODE, stumped many on their first attempt.

Read Also : Pokémon TCG Pocket Issues Stern Warning Against Cheating Ahead of Trading Feature Launch

The Down clues also brought their share of amusement. For instance, 3 Down—“Illusionists might cut them in half”—led to a moment of laughter for some solvers. With only one missing letter, the answer D-CKS might have triggered a few giggles, proving that even crossword puzzles can bring out a touch of humor.

For those tackling today’s puzzle, here are the answers to the NYT Mini Crossword for Wednesday, January 29 (spoiler alert!):

NYT Mini Crossword Clues And Answers

NYT Mini Across Answers

1 Across: Type of bulb in many Christmas lights, for short — LED

4 Across: Diminish, as confidence — ERODE

6 Across: With 7-Across, sawing a person in half, e.g. — MAGIC

7 Across: See 6-Across — TRICK

8 Across: Breakaway religious groups — SECTS

NYT Mini Down Answers

1 Down: Sudoku solver’s asset — LOGIC

2 Down: Official decree — EDICT

3 Down: Illusionists might cut them in half — DECKS

4 Down: CPR pros — EMTS

5 Down: Like finding a four-leaf clover — RARE

Whether you’re a seasoned solver or a casual player, the NYT Mini Crossword offers a fun and engaging way to test your knowledge—and maybe even have a laugh along the way. Happy puzzling!