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 November 19, 2025.
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Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword Clues for November 19, 2025
Put your wordplay hat on! Here are the clues to get you started.
Across Clues: ⏩
- 1 Across: First thing a football team tries to get? – Starts with “D“
- 5 Across: Former co-host of Barbara, Joy, and Elisabeth on “The View” – Starts with “R“
- 6 Across: Follower of space or needle – Starts with “C“
- 7 Across: Practice-perfect connector – Starts with “M“
- 8 Across: Gp. with many good drivers – Starts with “P“
Down Clues: ⏬
- 1 Down: 50 Cent is wearing one on the cover of his album “Get Rich or Die Tryin” – Starts with “D“
- 2 Down: Where Panasonic and Sharp are headquartered – Starts with “O“
- 3 Down: Singer Charli XCX, to drummer George Daniel, as of July 2025 – Starts with “W“
- 4 Down: Brooklyn-based ballers – Starts with “N“
- 5 Down: Org. with sgts. up north – Starts with “R“
Once you’ve got all your guesses, scroll down for the solutions.
Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword Answers for November 19, 2025
Across Answers: ⏩
- 1 Across: First thing a football team tries to get? — DOWN
- 5 Across: Former co-host of Barbara, Joy, and Elisabeth on “The View” — ROSIE
- 6 Across: Follower of space or needle — CRAFT
- 7 Across: Practice-perfect connector — MAKES
- 8 Across: Gp. with many good drivers — PGA
Down Answers: ⏬
- 1 Down: “___ Streets?” (2017 documentary about unrest in Ferguson) — DORAG
- 2 Down: Swiss peak in a Clint Eastwood film title — OSAKA
- 3 Down: See 4-Down — WIFE
- 4 Down: With 3-Down, March Madness, informally — NETS
- 5 Down: Org. that ranks female court athletes — RCMP
What Did You Think of Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword?
Today’s Meta Mini came together in a clean, satisfying way. The theme landed quickly once the pattern surfaced, and the grid itself felt smooth with no distracting fill. Clues stayed tight and fair, keeping the solve brisk. The final connection wrapped things up with a neat little snap that made the whole puzzle feel well tuned.
Difficulty rating: 4/ 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.
