Solve Today’s NYT Mini Crossword: Expert Tips for May 15
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Today’s
NYT Mini Crossword
It’s one of those puzzles where the same letter repeatedly appears. If you notice a recurring letter, circle it as this can aid in cracking the crossword. Struggling with today’s Mini Crossword? Keep reading for assistance. For ongoing tips and support in tackling daily crosswords, visit our website.
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Mini cryptic clues along with their solutions
1A hint: The direction 90 degrees away from WSW
Answer: ENE
4A clue: Shoot out, as lava from a volcano
Answer: SPEW
5A hint: “At which location?”
Answer: WHERE
6A hint: Vegetation that wasn’t sown by your hand, maybe
Answer: WEEDS
7A Clue: Similar to mini-crosswords… And how would you describe this puzzle using phonetics?
Answer: EASY
Small downward hints and solutions
1D clue: Fencing swords
Answer: EPEES
2D hint: Likely to get overly enthusiastic about niche topics
Answer: NERDY
3D hint: Barnyard creatures whose names resemble vowel sounds but aren’t present in this riddle?
Answer: EWES
4D hint: Venue where the Beatles gave their famous 1965 performance
Answer: SHEA
5D hint: Organization for Hulk Hogan and John Cena
Answer: WWE
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Initially released on May 14, 2025 at 7:12 PM Pacific Time.