"___ vs. Predator" (2004 sci-fi film) NYT Crossword Clue
The answer is ALIEN. The answer is "Alien." The 2004 sci-fi film "Alien vs. Predator" features a crossover where the deadly extraterrestrial species known as Aliens (Xenomorphs) battle against the Predators (Yautja). Scientists and explorers are caught in an ancient pyramid in Antarctica, where Predators hunt Aliens for sport, and humans become unintended participants in this deadly rivalry.
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers – 22nd August 2025
If you got stuck somewhere else in today’s Mini, you’re not alone. The 22nd August 2025, puzzle came packed with clever wordplay and a punchy grid. Here’s a quick run down for solvers who want to double-check their work
| Places to store shovels and leaf blowers | Show |
| Coating for Babybel cheese | Show |
| "___ vs. Predator" (2004 sci-fi film) | Show |
| Streaming glitch | Show |
| Docking spots | Show |
| Feature of a Southern accent | Show |
| Sweet potato lookalike | Show |
| Top-notch, informally | Show |
| Greenskeeper's roll of grass | Show |
| Campfire remnants | Show |
| Nickname for the Florida Gators football stadium, with "the" | Show |
| "2001: A Space Odyssey" villain | Show |
| Cast out from a country | Show |
| "Uptown Funk" and "Downtown," for two | Show |
| "Can I bend your ___ for a second?" | Show |
| Like an ambitious, competitive personality | Show |
| Simple-to-play card game for two | Show |
| Simple-living sect | Show |
| Shop owner's stock | Show |
| Barkeep on "The Simpsons" | Show |
NYT Mini Crossword
The NYT Mini Crossword is a daily puzzle offered by The New York Times as a smaller, quicker version of its standard crossword. It typically features a 5x5 grid (compared to the standard 15x15) and has simpler clues, making it an ideal option for crossword enthusiasts looking for a quick challenge.
The puzzle usually takes less than 10 minutes to complete, making it perfect for short breaks. The NYT Mini Crossword has become widely popular for its easy accessibility and daily consistency, offering a daily brain teaser for both beginners and seasoned solvers. It’s available for free online and on the NYT Crossword app.
