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 24, 2025.
Once you’ve got all your guesses, scroll down for the solutions.
Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword Answers for December 24,2025
Across Answers: ⏩
- 1 Across: Comic characters – WAGS
- 5 Across: Biden : Robinette :: Garfield : ___ – ABRAM
- 7 Across: “The same goes for me” – SOAMI
- 8 Across: Second word of many fairy tales – UPON
- 9 Across: See 2-Down – THAT
Down Answers: ⏬
- 1 Down: Once lived – WAS
- 2 Down: With 9-Across, “Since the topic’s been brought up …” – ABOUT
- 3 Down: Its origin is (0,0) – GRAPH
- 4 Down: Popular Girl Scout cookie – SAMOA
- 6 Down: Thin ___ (popular Girl Scout cookie) – MINT
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What Did You Think of Today’s Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword?
This Washington Post Daily Mini Meta had a playful, language-forward personality that rewarded careful reading more than brute filling. I liked how the grid leaned into names, phrases, and familiar story structures, creating a conversational tone that felt clever without being showy. The paired clues were especially satisfying, since they nudged you to think relationally rather than literally, and the wordplay around origins and phrasing added a neat intellectual twist. Everything stayed light and quick, but there was enough connective tissue for the meta idea to feel intentional and complete. It’s a mini that feels witty, tidy, and pleasantly self-aware. I’d rate it 3.5 out of 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.
