Solving the Mini has become a ritual for countless players who also check in with other New York Times word games like Connections, Wordle, and Strands. For many, these games form the foundation of a thoughtful,

He was the answer to a viral NYT Mini Crossword clue that stumped thousands. Ben Platt is known for Dear Evan Hansen, The Book of Mormon, and Parade. It’s a quick daily crossword from The New York Times, designed to be solved in under a minute.