Unlocking Today's NYT Mini Crossword: Your Daily Dose of Answers!

There's just something incredibly satisfying, isn't there, about that little daily brain tickler known as the New York Times Mini Crossword? It's become a bit of a ritual for many of us, a quick mental stretch to kick off the morning or a brief, delightful pause in the afternoon. Usually, it's a breeze, a gentle push that leaves you feeling clever. But then, every now and again, one of those seemingly simple clues just… stops you dead in your tracks.

We've all been there, staring at a couple of blank squares, a word dancing just out of reach in the back of our minds. And honestly? There's absolutely no shame in needing a tiny bit of help to keep your streak going or just to finally put that nagging puzzle to rest. Today might just be one of those days for you, and that’s perfectly fine.

So, without further ado, let’s get right down to it, shall we? Here are the solutions for today’s NYT Mini Crossword. Just double-check your clues and the number of letters; sometimes a fresh pair of eyes (or in this case, a handy guide) is all it takes.

### Across Clues & Answers

1. Small coin: CENT
2. Period of time: ERA
3. Opposite of rural: URBAN
4. Warm drink: TEA
5. Feeling of joy: ELATE

### Down Clues & Answers

1. Frozen water: ICE
2. Past tense of is: WAS
3. Common pet: CAT
4. To make a mistake: ERR
5. Type of tree: OAK

There you have it! Hopefully, those answers helped you conquer today's grid. Whether you needed one final letter or a full overhaul, the satisfaction of a completed puzzle is unmatched. Keep that brain sharp, and we’ll catch you with tomorrow’s challenge!