If you’ve been stumped by today’s New York Times Mini Crossword, you’re not alone. April 16’s puzzle features a set of playful clues that have sparked plenty of head-scratching and rapid Google searches.
Among the trickiest: “Done again in a similar way.” The answer? REDUX—a word that means brought back or revived, often in a slightly altered form. Another clue, “A Rolling Stone?”, cleverly leads to ISSUE, referencing the iconic magazine rather than the proverb or band.
Other clues that had solvers pausing include:
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“Like fare at a fair, fairly often” (Answer: FRIED)
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“T-t-t-turn up the heat!” (Answer: BRR)
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“A complete unknown?” (Answer: RANDO)
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“Witch’s spell” (Answer: HEX)
For those needing a nudge, hints for the Mini are widely available, but the compact format means every letter counts. Unlike the classic NYT Crossword, the Mini is designed for a quick challenge—yet today’s clues prove it can still pack a punch.
If you’re chasing a perfect streak or just want to keep your brain sharp, the NYT Mini remains a daily ritual for puzzle fans. Missed today’s answers? Now you’re back in the game—ready for tomorrow’s wordplay.
