Discover the Secrets to the NYT Mini Crossword: Hints and Solutions for Feb. 22

NYT Mini Crossword: Saturday, February 22, 2025

Introducing The Mini, a bite-sized version of The New York Times' renowned crossword. Embracing a quick and accessible format, The Mini offers a thrilling pace that tests your speed and wordplay skills.

Uncover the clues and answers for today's puzzle:

Across

1. Size between sm. and lg.

   Answer: Med

2. Sharp parts of forks

   Answer: Tines

3. Cutting device in a woodworking shop

   Answer: Bandsaw

4. Louise ___, Pulitzer-winning author of "The Night Watchman" and "The Mighty Red"

   Answer: Erdrich

5. Faux meat option at Thanksgiving

   Answer: Tofurky

6. Songs, informally

   Answer: Tunes

7. Drug also called acid

   Answer: LSD

Down

8. Consciously focused on the present moment

   Answer: Mindful

9. Evasive maneuvers

   Answer: End run

10. Wished for

    Answer: Desired

11. Kind of deck with four suits: wands, cups, swords and pentacles

    Answer: Tarot

12. Tackles of the quarterback

    Answer: Sacks

13. "Oh yeah? Wanna ___?"

    Answer: Bet

14. Preschooler's repeated question

    Answer: Why

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