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New York Times Mini Crossword Now Requires Subscription

10/10/2025

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The New York Times Mini Crossword for October 8, 2025 now requires a subscription.
It is a smaller version of the traditional crossword, with three to five clues in each direction.
Clues reference a Roald Dahl novel, Simone Biles, and other topics; answers include BFG and GENIE.
The puzzle was completed in 32 seconds; readers are urged to return tomorrow.

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Story summary

The New York Times Mini Crossword for October 8, 2025 now requires a subscription.
It is a smaller version of the traditional crossword, with three to five clues in each direction.
Clues reference a Roald Dahl novel, Simone Biles, and other topics; answers include BFG and GENIE.
The puzzle was completed in 32 seconds; readers are urged to return tomorrow.