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1Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errors2Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute3Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problemsThe answers below are for the Thursday, July 17, 2025 NYT Mini Crossword. “Today” in the original title refers to that archived puzzle date.
Thursday, July 17, 2025 NYT Mini answers
Across
- 1 Across, “Workout facilities”: GYMS
- 5 Across, “Pipe dream? Just the opposite!”: LEAK
- 6 Across, “In good spirits”: JOLLY
- 7 Across, “Up to the task”: ABLE
- 8 Across, “Headache-inducing situation”: MESS
Down
- 1 Down, “Boston newspaper”: GLOBE
- 2 Down, “TALKS LIKE THIS”: YELLS
- 3 Down, “Mallard ducks with green heads, e.g.”: MALES
- 4 Down, “Drone’s zone”: SKY
- 6 Down, “Rock out”: JAM
About the NYT Mini and puzzle access
Forbes describes the Mini as a compact version of the larger New York Times Crossword. Its report says most daily puzzles use a 5×5 grid with three to five clues in each direction, while some are larger, especially on Saturdays. It also says the Mini is free on the NYT website or NYT Games app, while access to past puzzles in the archives requires an NYT Games subscription. Those access details reflect Forbes’ July 17, 2025 report and are not a confirmation of current subscription terms. Forbes’ July 17, 2025 answer report is the source for the clue set and these format and access descriptions.
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