NYT Mini Crossword - October 4, 2025

1. Tiered temples

8. "Journey" that a narcissist goes on

9. What might have a glazed look?

10. "We have an agreement"

11. Bathroom brand with bears in its commercials

14. Public image

15. Boat boarded by beasts

16. Still sealed in the container

1. Lively spirit

2. "Once upon a time, a few mistakes ___ ..." (Taylor Swift lyric)

3. Turned to night

4. Playful river swimmers

5. "Like THAT will ever happen!"

6. Southwest, e.g.

7. Someone using a hidden camera or signal jammer

11. Tax filing pro, for short

12. She/___

13. Folksy thumbs-down