NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for January 10, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Friday, January 10, 2025:

Across

Hybrid utensil popularized by Kentucky Fried Chicken in the 1970s

• The answer is Spork.

Cassowary's claw

• The answer is Talon.

Genre with a "subs vs. dubs" debate (subtitles vs. dubbed dialogue)

• The answer is Anime.

Opponent

• The answer is Rival.

Feature of a scratch-and-sniff sticker

• The answer is Scent.

Down

There are seven in the Big Dipper

• The answer is Stars.

Freak out

• The answer is Panic.

Sliced, black pizza topping

• The answer is Olive.

Times New ___ (typeface)

• The answer is Roman.

Prepared to propose, perhaps

• The answer is Knelt.

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