Need assistance with today’s New York Times Mini Crossword? We’re here to help.

The Mini is a condensed version of The New York Times’ famed daily crossword puzzle. While the complete crossword presents a more challenging experience that tests your trivia knowledge and wordplay abilities, The Mini delivers a brisk, entertaining brain teaser that many players consider a race against time.

However, even a brief puzzle can trip you up with a difficult clue. If you’re finding it hard — just like with Wordle or Connections — don’t fret. We’re here to support you in maintaining your streak.

🧩 Here are the clues and answers for The Mini Crossword on Sunday, May 11, 2025:

ACROSS

– Piece of bacon
Answer: Strip

– Renter’s contract
Answer: Lease

– Country whose national bird is the peacock
Answer: India

– Layers of paint
Answer: Coat

– Make a mistake
Answer: Err

DOWN

– Piece of toast
Answer: Slice

– Kind of saxophone played by Sonny Rollins and John Coltrane
Answer: Tenor

– Weather forecast tool, either way you look at it
Answer: Radar

– “___ just me…?”
Answer: Is it

– Pod group
Answer: Peas

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