The Mini serves as a streamlined edition of The New York Times‘ highly regarded daily crossword. Whereas the complete crossword requires both knowledge and perseverance, The Mini provides a distinct experience.

With only a handful of clues to unravel, the daily puzzle presents a time trial for numerous participants.

When a challenging clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be quite frustrating! If you’re finding yourself stuck on The Mini — akin to Wordle and Connections — we’re ready to assist.

Here are the clues and solutions to NYT’s The Mini for Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025:

Across

Antagonist’s opposite

• The solution is Hero.

California’s governor Newsom

• The solution is Gavin.

Home of Prada (and pasta)

• The solution is Italy.

Shipping firm with a purple-and-orange emblem

• The solution is FedEx.

Three-point shot, in basketball terms

• The solution is Trey.

Down

Difficult individual to satisfy

• The solution is Hater.

Move about

• The solution is Evade.

“Inside Out” character

• The solution is Riley.

Deep black jewel

• The solution is Onyx.

“Today is a ___. That’s why it’s called the present” (saying)

• The solution is Gift.

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