The Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword is a fun daily word challenge that tests both your clue-solving skills and your ability to spot patterns. It’s like a crossword with a twist; there’s a hidden “meta” answer that ties everything together once you solve all the puzzles for the week. Whether you’re a seasoned solver or just getting started, this compact puzzle is the perfect mix of clever clues and satisfying
If you’re stuck on today’s puzzle (or just want to double-check your work), here are the full hints and solutions for the Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword for December 2, 2025.
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Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword Clues for December 2, 2025
Put your wordplay hat on! Here are the clues to get you started.
Across Clues: ⏩
- 1 Across: “Babe: ___ in the [9-Across]” – Starts with “P“
- 4 Across: Girl who’s amazed to see “a grin without a cat” – Starts with “A“
- 7 Across: Like many triangles and turns – Starts with “R“
- 8 Across: Things that are related – Starts with “T“
- 9 Across: “Babe: [1-Across] in the ___” – Starts with “C“
Down Clues: ⏬
- 1 Down: A quarter, e.g. – Starts with “P“
- 2 Down: Of a pelvic bone – Starts with “I“
- 3 Down: Film that won the 2003 Razzie Award for Worst Picture – Starts with “G“
- 5 Down: Holmgren of the NBA’s Thunder – Starts with “C“
- 6 Down: Website with the slogan “Keep Commerce Human” – Starts with “E“
Once you’ve got all your guesses, scroll down for the solutions.
Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword Answers for December 2, 2025
Across Answers: ⏩
- 1 Across: “Babe: ___ in the [9-Across]” – PIG
- 4 Across: Girl who’s amazed to see “a grin without a cat” – ALICE
- 7 Across: Like many triangles and turns – RIGHT
- 8 Across: Things that are related – TALES
- 9 Across: “Babe: [1-Across] in the ___” – CITY
Down Answers: ⏬
- 1 Down: A quarter, e.g. – PART
- 2 Down: Of a pelvic bone – ILIAC
- 3 Down: Film that won the 2003 Razzie Award for Worst Picture – GIGLI
- 5 Down: Holmgren of the NBA’s Thunder – CHET
- 6 Down: Website with the slogan “Keep Commerce Human” – ETSY
What Did You Think of Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword?
Today’s Meta Mini had a super clean concept that clicked the moment the vertical entry came together. The grid stayed smooth with no clunky fill, and the clueing kept everything quick and readable. The final connection landed with a neat clarity that made the whole solve feel tight and well crafted.
Difficulty rating: 3/5
More Clues:
- NYT Mini Crossword Hints and Answers
- Washington Post/LA Times Crossword Hints and Answers
- USA Today Crossword Hints and Answers
- LA Times Mini Crossword Hints and Answers
- Boston Globe Mini Crossword Hints and Answers
How to Play the Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword
- The Goal: Fill in the grid using the Across and Down clues — then find the hidden meta answer revealed by the completed puzzle.
- The Meta Element: After solving the puzzles for the week, look for a word, phrase, or concept hinted at by the completed answers. It could be a hidden pattern, shared theme, or set of initials that spell something out.
- Accessibility: Like the NYT Mini, it’s short, sharp, and ideal for a daily brain stretch.
- Daily Refresh: A brand-new Mini Meta appears every day on The Washington Post site and app, so there’s always a new challenge waiting.
