NYT mini crossword answers for February 15, 2025

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 Saturday, February 15, 2025:

Across

Governing body of world soccer

“___ is a world within itself, with a language we all understand” (Stevie Wonder lyric)

Opposite of rough

Pictures that employ the “flip camera” button

Away from the ocean

Earthenware pot

Clark ___ a.k.a. Superman

Down

Cool bit of trivia

Admission of ineptitude

Smoothed, as fingernails

AAAA, in a deck

Pittsburgh’s Carnegie ___ University

Rom-com or thriller

“Totally awesome!”

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

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