**The Mini Crossword: Clues and Answers for February 28, 2025**

[The Mini](https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/mini) is a short form of *The New York Times*’ renowned daily crossword. While the complete puzzle demands time and in-depth knowledge, The Mini presents a quick-paced challenge.

With only a handful of clues to decipher, numerous players view it as a speed challenge. Yet, stumbling upon a difficult clue can be quite exasperating! If you find yourself stuck on The Mini—similar to [Wordle](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-february-28-2025) or [Connections](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-february-28-2025)—we’re here to assist.

### **Clues and Answers for The Mini (February 28, 2025)**

#### **Across**
– **Italian city attractive for tourists** → **Pisa**
– **Shade of pink/orange** → **Coral**
– **Shade of green/yellow** → **Olive**
– **Shade of red/pink** → **Rose**
– **Shade of silver/gray** → **Ash**

#### **Down**
– **Numerous collared golf shirts** → **Polos**
– **From Dublin or Derry** → **Irish**
– **Command+S on a Mac** → **Save**
– **Pint served at a tavern** → **Ale**
– **___ Crawley, countess from “Downton Abbey”** → **Cora**

In search of additional puzzles? [Mashable’s game hub](https://games.mashable.com/) features Mahjong, Sudoku, complimentary crosswords, and beyond!

### **More Puzzle Fun**
Interested in *NYT Strands*? [Explore today’s hints and answers](https://mashable.com/article/strands-nyt-hint-february-28-2025).

Missed a day? [Discover the latest solution for the Mini Crossword here](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-mini-crossword-answers-hints-march-1-2025).

Want to enhance your Wordle tactics? Watch this highlighted video showcasing how *The New York Times’* Head of Games tackles the game.