New York Times Mini Crossword
Last seen: October 28, 2025
Stuck on the NYT Mini clue “What might be requested after spinning around an iPad”? Below are solver-friendly hints, a spoiler-safe reveal, and a quick explanation of the real-world moment this clue references. For daily help and archives, visit Clue of the Day.
Clue
What might be requested after spinning around an iPad
What it’s pointing to
A point-of-sale moment: the cashier swivels a tablet toward you to confirm, sign, and often select a gratuity.
Hints (no spoilers)
Think coffee shops and counters with tablet registers where you’re asked to tap a percentage before paying.
A short, everyday word that relates to gratuity and service.
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Why “TIP” Fits This Clue
At modern tablet checkouts, staff often spin the iPad so customers can finalize payment—and that screen commonly prompts for a TIP. The Mini loves concise, contemporary clues like this: everyday moment, three-letter answer, clean crossings.