The Mini is the compact daily puzzle from The New York Times, serving as a condensed alternative to its renowned full-sized crossword. While the traditional puzzle is an exercise in knowledge and patience, The Mini offers a fast-paced challenge that many players treat as a daily test of speed.
For players who may be stuck on a particular clue, below are the hints for the puzzle on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Across
Words on either side of “ what ”
Breathes like a dog
Podcast’s medium
Test with one’s nose
President after Teddy Roosevelt
Down
Hoppy beers, for short
Talk trash to
The “I” of 1-Down
How you might feel after a long car ride
Pillowy
