【Hostess in Heat】

The Hostess in HeatMini 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 Wednesday, April 2, 2025:

Across

Source of Monopoly money

• The answer is Bank.

Pizzeria fixtures

• The answer is Ovens.

With 8-Across, magical substance that enables flight in "Peter Pan"

• The answer is Pixie.

See 7-Across

• The answer is Dust.

"Keep it down!"

• The answer is Shh.

Down

Whack on the head

• The answer is Bop.

Fervent

• The answer is Avid.

Connection point

• The answer is Nexus.

Potato-filled pastry

• The answer is Knish.

Mr. Milchick's first name on "Severance"

• The answer is Seth.

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