**The Mini: A Quick and Enjoyable Puzzle for Your Day**
[The Mini](https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/mini) is a smaller rendition of *The New York Times*’ prestigious daily crossword. While the complete crossword presents a more demanding challenge that requires both expertise and perseverance, The Mini provides a lighter, more rapid-paced experience.
With only a handful of clues to decipher, The Mini also serves as a speed trial for numerous players. Nonetheless, stumbling upon a challenging clue can throw off your tempo and result in annoyance. If you find yourself caught up with The Mini — similar to [Wordle](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-january-15-2025) or [Connections](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-january-15-2025) — we’re here to assist.
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### Clues and Answers for NYT’s The Mini (Thursday, January 16, 2025)
#### **Across**
1. **A box on a calendar, or a fun event you might note down**
**Answer:** Date
2. **Social ___**
**Answer:** Media
3. **Small particles examined by chemists**
**Answer:** Atoms
4. **The only one of the Seven Dwarfs that lacks a beard**
**Answer:** Dopey
5. **Overboard, in slang**
**Answer:** Extra
#### **Down**
1. **A time of refraining from unhealthy substances**
**Answer:** Detox
2. **To take in as one’s own**
**Answer:** Adopt
3. **Feature in a Clock application**
**Answer:** Timer
4. **Course you might enroll in to enhance your G.P.A.**
**Answer:** Easy A
5. **Like a bed with the sheets neatly tucked in**
**Answer:** Made
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### Featured Video: The Wordle Strategy Used by NYT’s Head of Games
Interested in enhancing your Wordle skills? Watch the featured video to discover tips and tactics straight from *The New York Times*’ Head of Games.
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**Playing NYT Strands too?** [Discover hints and answers for today’s Strands puzzle here](https://mashable.com/article/strands-nyt-hint-january-16-2025).
**Missed a day?** [Locate yesterday’s Mini Crossword solution here](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-mini-crossword-answers-hints-january-15-2025).
Enjoy puzzling!