【Female Instructor’s Strange Private Lesson (2025)】

The Female Instructor’s Strange Private Lesson (2025)Mini 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 Friday, January 31, 2025:

Across

Like a dry-cleaned shirt or fresh sheets

• The answer is Crisp.

Weapon used on horseback

• The answer is Lance.

One of a potential 13 for "Emilia Pérez," as announced last week

• The answer is Oscar.

Movie double's responsibility

• The answer is Stunt.

The "blue marble"

• The answer is Earth.

Down

In the ballpark

• The answer is Close.

Someone who might smoke ganja as a sacrament, informally

• The answer is Rasta.

Run up, as debt

• The answer is Incur.

Meager

• The answer is Scant.

Capital of Western Australia

• The answer is Perth.

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