**The Mini Crossword: Clues and Answers for February 10, 2025**

[The Mini](https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/mini) serves as a succinct version of *The New York Times*’ renowned daily crossword. While the comprehensive crossword requires considerable time, perseverance, and extensive knowledge, The Mini presents a brisk challenge that many enthusiasts aim to finish rapidly.

Nonetheless, a challenging clue can break your flow and lead to frustration! If you’re finding today’s Mini difficult—similar to [Wordle](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-february-10-2025) or [Connections](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-february-10-2025)—we’re here to assist you.

### Clues and Answers for NYT’s The Mini (February 10, 2025)

#### **Across**
– **Blooms appearing in late winter** → **Croci**
– **Energetic zones “sensed” by psychics** → **Auras**
– **Conflict sharply, as hues** → **Clash**
– **Head, in the language of France** → **Tête**
– **Angry sentiment** → **Ire**

#### **Down**
– **Cacti, for instance** → **Cacti**
– **What may yield an inch, but never a mile** → **Ruler**
– **Deliver an address** → **Orate**
– **Role for a detective** → **Case**
– **”Somewhat”** → **Ish**

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Are you also engaging with **NYT Strands**? [Explore today’s hints and solutions](https://mashable.com/article/strands-nyt-hint-february-10-2025).

**Missed a past day?** [Here’s the answer to yesterday’s Mini Crossword](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-mini-crossword-answers-hints-february-8-2025).