【Dear Utol (2025): Doctor, Doctor I'm Sick Episode 41】

The Dear Utol (2025): Doctor, Doctor I'm Sick Episode 41Mini 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 Tuesday, April 22, 2025:

Across

Work like a ___

• The answer is Dog.

Work like a ___

• The answer is Charm.

Voice type that falls between soprano and alto, informally

• The answer is Mezzo.

Black-and-white snacks

• The answer is Oreos.

Move one's head in agreement

• The answer is Nod.

Down

Totally out of it

• The answer is Dazed.

Rice-shaped pasta

• The answer is Orzo.

Engineered crops, for short

• The answer is GMOS.

"You can't be serious!"

• The answer is Cmon.

Villain's counterpart

• The answer is Hero.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Mini Crossword.

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