NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, Feb. 2
Looking for the answers to today’s New York Times Mini Crossword? You’ve come to the right place! Here are the solutions for the February 2, 2025, puzzle.
Happy Groundhog Day! Today’s Mini Crossword pays a little tribute to this quirky tradition. If you’ve been struggling with any clues, particularly the tricky 4-Down, don’t worry—you’re not alone! Let’s dive into the clues and answers to get you through today’s puzzle.
The Mini Crossword is just one of the many engaging games in The New York Times’ puzzle collection. If you’re also tackling Wordle, Strands, or Connections puzzles today, head over to NYT puzzle hints page for more support.
For additional tips and strategies on solving the Mini Crossword, check out our handy guide.
Mini Crossword Across Clues and Answers
- 1A: Punxsutawney ___, Groundhog Day character
Answer: PHIL - 5A: Bird with “great blue” and “great white” varieties
Answer: HERON - 7A: Something rehabilitated by a P.R. firm
Answer: IMAGE - 8A: Material for party balloons and hospital gloves
Answer: LATEX - 9A: Home made of sticks, say
Answer: NEST
Mini Crossword Down Clues and Answers
- 1D: ___ Connors, Bill Murray’s character in “Groundhog Day”
Answer: PHIL - 2D: Muscled guy
Answer: HEMAN - 3D: So, so angry
Answer: IRATE - 4D: Pricey sections of theaters
Answer: LOGES - 6D: “Ready for another customer!”
Answer: NEXT
Important Information:
- Today’s Theme: The puzzle has a subtle Groundhog Day theme, with references like Punxsutawney PHIL and Bill Murray’s character from the iconic film.
- Tough Clue: 4-Down, “Pricey sections of theaters,” may have been tricky for some. The answer is LOGES, a term many might not encounter frequently.
- Material Clue: If you were puzzled by LATEX, it refers to a material used for both balloons and medical gloves.
- Strategy Tip: Use the Mini Crossword tips page for helpful hints on tricky clues!
