【Poor Things】

The Poor ThingsMini 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, February 26, 2025:

Across

Gem from an oyster

• The answer is Pearl.

"Cabaret" character who acts as a host to the audience

• The answer is Emcee.

Counterpart of effect

• The answer is Cause.

Toys with tails and ribbons

• The answer is Kites.

Allow to

• The answer is Let.

Down

Orville ___, country singer known for wearing a mask in public

• The answer is Peck.

One might get "buried" online

• The answer is Email.

"If you were a triangle, you'd be ___ one!" (corny pickup line)

• The answer is Acute.

Change, as a computer password

• The answer is Reset.

Some classic jeans

• The answer is Lees.

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