The Mini is a succinct version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. In contrast to the more extensive crossword that requires both expertise and endurance, The Mini provides a distinct adventure.

With merely a handful of clues to tackle, the daily puzzle acts as a speed test for many enthusiasts.

When a challenging clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself at a standstill with The Mini — akin to Wordle and Connections — we have assistance for you.

Here are the clues and solutions for NYT’s The Mini for Friday, August 22, 2025:

Across

Locations to keep shovels and leaf blowers

• The solution is Sheds.

Covering for Babybel cheese

• The solution is Wax.

“___ vs. Predator” (2004 sci-fi movie)

• The solution is Alien.

Streaming delay

• The solution is Lag.

Docking locations

• The solution is Piers.

Characteristic of a Southern accent

• The solution is Twang.

Sweet potato counterpart

• The solution is Yam.

Outstanding, informally

• The solution is Primo.

Greenskeeper’s strip of grass

• The solution is Sod.

Campfire leftovers

• The solution is Ashes.

Down

Moniker for the Florida Gators football stadium, with “the”

• The solution is Swamp.

“2001: A Space Odyssey” antagonist

• The solution is Hal.

Expelled from a nation

• The solution is Exile.