Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Solution: April 4th

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The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 4th has been solved. The puzzle, which forms a colorful shape upon completion, spells out a phrase evocative of California culture. Here are all the answers, broken down by clue.

Across Clues & Answers

  • 1A: Like this lyric: “My heart is yours to fill or burst / To break or bury or wear as jewelry” – EMO
  • 4A: Scrooge’s cry before “humbug” – BAH
  • 7A: “___ appetit!” – BON
  • 8A: “Te ___” (“I love you,” in Spanish) – AMO
  • 9A: Use camouflage – BLENDIN
  • 11A: Big name in fluorescent paint – DAYGLO
  • 12A: Transmission setting for a steep hill, maybe – LOWGEAR
  • 13A: Egg cells – OVA
  • 14A: GPS suggestion: Abbr. – RTE
  • 15A: Like many Grindr users – GAY
  • 16A: Go on dates with – SEE

Down Clues & Answers

  • 1D: Recede, as the tide – EBB
  • 2D: Country between Ukraine and Romania – MOLDOVA
  • 3D: Message in Connections when you almost get the category, but not quite – ONEAWAY
  • 4D: Mammals whose name is a synonym of “pesters” – BADGERS
  • 5D: “Sorry, has the meeting started already?” – AMILATE
  • 6D: Award recipient – HONOREE
  • 10D: The N.F.L.’s Giants, on scoreboards – NYG

The Mini Crossword remains a popular daily puzzle, offering a quick mental challenge for those who enjoy wordplay. The puzzle’s solution for today is now available, allowing solvers to check their work or seek assistance if needed.