In search of a rapid mental challenge? The Mini, a smaller edition of The New York Times’ classic daily crossword, provides just that. Unlike the larger crossword, which requires significant time and extensive knowledge, The Mini is aimed at quickness and ease — making it an ideal brain teaser for a brief pause or a fast cognitive exercise.

With just a handful of clues to tackle, The Mini often turns into a daily test for those who solve quickly. However, when a tricky clue disrupts your flow, it can be quite exasperating. Similar to Wordle or Connections, we’re available to assist if you find yourself at an impasse.

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Here are the clues and answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword on Sunday, April 13, 2025:

Across

– State institution established by Thomas Jefferson
Answer: UVA

– Containers for flowers
Answer: Pots

– “Crib” or “pad,” meaning “house”
Answer: Slang

– Trousers, informally
Answer: Trou

– Company referred to as “Big Blue”
Answer: IBM

Down

– Company dubbed “Big Brown”
Answer: UPS

– What “V” signifies on a battery
Answer: Volt

– Major player in 1980s arcade games
Answer: Atari

– Pretentious type
Answer: Snob

– Example of Big Red
Answer: Gum

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