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 Friday, July 4, 2025:

Across

Blasts with unwanted messages

• The answer is Spams.

Orderly assortment

• The answer is Array.

Its state mammal is the bison, and its state sport is rodeo

• The answer is Wyoming.

"Let me think …"

• The answer is Hmm.

Hawaii's Mauna ___

• The answer is Loa.

Shanghai-born N.B.A. Hall-of-Famer who stood at 7'6"

• The answer is Yao Ming.

Emotionless, as a gaze

• The answer is Stony.

Another name for an earthquake

• The answer is Seism.

Down

Lead a Catholic ceremony

• The answer is Say mass.

Hype up

• The answer is Promote.

Place for Popeye's anchor tattoo

• The answer is Arm.

Ballots cast from home

• The answer is Mail-ins.

Thesaurus listing

• The answer is Synonym.

Alphabetically last of the "five W's"

• The answer is Why.

Silly joke

• The answer is Gag.

"Excusez-___!"

• The answer is Moi.

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