The New York Times Mini Crossword for today, November 12th, has been solved. For those seeking assistance with this daily word puzzle – or other NYT games like Wordle, Strands, and Connections – this guide provides direct answers and helpful solving tips.
Across Clues & Answers
Here’s a breakdown of the across clues and their corresponding solutions:
- 1A: Place with ships and slips – Answer: DOCK
- 5A: Assignment for a delivery driver – Answer: ROUTE
- 6A: Way in – Answer: ENTRY
- 7A: What might leave stains on a gardener’s pants – Answer: SOIL
- 8A: Fearsome dinosaur, for short – Answer: TREX
Down Clues & Answers
The down clues and their solutions are as follows:
- 1D: Person giving blood – Answer: DONOR
- 2D: Kind of belly button that 10% of the world has – Answer: OUTIE
- 3D: Shortcut for “cut,” for short – Answer: CTRLX
- 4D: Door opener … like 6-Across? – Answer: KEY
- 5D: “Oh, give it a ___ already!” – Answer: REST
Solving Strategies
For those who enjoy the challenge but sometimes get stuck, here are a few quick tips:
- Embrace Uncertainty: Don’t hesitate to fill in an answer even if you’re unsure. Sometimes, a tentative entry will unlock other clues as the grid fills in.
- Switch Directions: If the Across clues are stumping you, pivot to the Down side. Completing the Down clues can often reveal missing letters for the Across solutions.
- Think Laterally: The puzzle creators sometimes use clever wording that requires a broader interpretation of the clue. Consider secondary meanings or wordplay.
These solutions and tips should help anyone conquer today’s Mini Crossword with ease. For additional assistance with other NYT puzzles, refer to CNET’s dedicated puzzle hints page.
