**The Mini Crossword: A Quick and Enjoyable Puzzle Adventure**
[The Mini](https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/mini) is a smaller version of *The New York Times*’ famed daily crossword. While the classic crossword presents a more intensive challenge that requires both expertise and perseverance, The Mini offers a speedy, compact puzzle experience with a distinctly different atmosphere.
With just a handful of clues to decipher, The Mini has become a daily race against time for numerous players. However, stumbling upon a difficult clue that breaks your flow can be exasperating! If you ever find yourself at a standstill while enjoying The Mini — similar to [Wordle](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-january-17-2025) or [Connections](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-january-17-2025) — we’re here to assist.
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### Clues and Answers for NYT’s The Mini – Sunday, January 19, 2025:
#### **Across**
1. **With 9-Across, Dick who appeared in a Coldplay music video released on his 99th birthday in December 2024**
**Answer:** *Van*
2. **Turn away, as one’s look**
**Answer:** *Avert*
3. **Seattle’s Space Needle, for example**
**Answer:** *Tower*
4. **”Ah, understood”**
**Answer:** *I see*
5. **Refer to 1-Across**
**Answer:** *Dyke*
#### **Down**
1. **Container in a factory**
**Answer:** *Vat*
2. **Stay away from**
**Answer:** *Avoid*
3. **Filled with the freshest gossip**
**Answer:** *Newsy*
4. **Emit a *terrible* odor**
**Answer:** *Reek*
5. **Clichéd easy part in a school performance**
**Answer:** *Tree*
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### Seeking More Games?
If you’re eager for additional puzzles, [Mashable’s games hub](https://games.mashable.com/) has everything you need! From Mahjong and Sudoku to free crosswords and beyond, there’s something for all tastes.
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### Highlighted Video: Puzzle Strategies from the Experts
Want to enhance your puzzle-solving skills? Watch this highlighted video: *The Wordle Strategy Used by the New York Times’ Head of Games*. It’s filled with tips to help you conquer your favorite word games.
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### More Puzzle Enjoyment
Are you also engaging with *NYT Strands*? [Discover hints and solutions for today’s Strands here](https://mashable.com/article/strands-nyt-hint-january-17-2025).
Missed yesterday? [Here’s the answer to the previous day’s Mini Crossword](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-mini-crossword-answers-hints-january-18-2025).
Enjoy puzzling!