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 4, 2025.
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Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword Clues for December 4, 2025
Put your wordplay hat on! Here are the clues to get you started.
Across Clues: ⏩
- 1 Across: Something many a Wall St. worker holds – Starts with “M“
- 4 Across: Prepare to fight, maybe – Starts with “A“
- 5 Across: Prepare to fight, maybe – Starts with “T“
- 7 Across: Knee joint, e.g. – Starts with “H“
- 8 Across: Back with bucks – Starts with “E“
Down Clues: ⏬
- 1 Down: County whose seat is San Rafael – Starts with “M“
- 2 Down: With 6-Down, just out – Starts with “B“
- 3 Down: Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, or Martin Short’s character, in a 1986 western comedy – Starts with “A“
- 5 Down: “Begin ___ Begin” (1986 R.E.M. song) – Starts with “T“
- 6 Down: See 2-Down – Starts with “N“
Once you’ve got all your guesses, scroll down for the solutions.
Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword Answers for December 4, 2025
Across Answers: ⏩
- 1 Across: Something many a Wall St. worker holds – MBA
- 4 Across: Prepare to fight, maybe – ARM
- 5 Across: Prepare to fight, maybe – TRAIN
- 7 Across: Knee joint, e.g. – HINGE
- 8 Across: Back with bucks – ENDOW
Down Answers: ⏬
- 1 Down: County whose seat is San Rafael – MARIN
- 2 Down: With 6-Down, just out – BRAND
- 3 Down: Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, or Martin Short’s character, in a 1986 western comedy – AMIGO
- 5 Down: “Begin ___ Begin” (1986 R.E.M. song) – THE
- 6 Down: See 2-Down – NEW
What Did You Think of Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword?
Today’s Meta Mini had a smooth, tidy structure. The theme fell into place fast once the vertical entry clicked, and the grid stayed clean with no clunky crossings. Clueing kept things brisk and readable. The final connection hit with a simple clarity that made the whole solve feel tight and well shaped.
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.
