Today’s NYT mini crossword answers for July 13, 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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Sunday, July 13, 2025:

Across

Gibbon or gorilla

Bird whose name is an excellent starting guess in Wordle, according to WordleBot

Cry from a judge

Family nickname that would make a terrible starting guess in Wordle

“Hooray!”

Down

Widespread display

Lakshmi who was a longtime host of “Top Chef”

“Don’t let perfect be the ___ of good” (aphorism)

URL ending

Historical period

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