The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.
With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.
So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Friday, Feb. 2, 2024:
Across
Bottle top
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The answer is caps.
C, D, E, F, G, A, B, e.g.
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The answer is scale.
See 1-Down
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The answer is humps.
"Give it ___" ("Hush!")
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The answer is arest.
Director Brooks
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The answer is Mel.
Down
With 6-Across, "peaks" on a desert mount
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The answer is camel.
Major mountain range of Europe
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The answer is Alps.
Annoying bug
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The answer is pest.
Phony, fake, bogus
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The answer is sham.
Glass of water, for a hangover
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The answer is cure.
via Zero Tech Blog