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 Thursday, Oct. 7, 2023:
Across
X Man since 2022
The answer is Musk.
"On your mark, get ___, go!"
The answer is Set.
Military force
The answer is Army.
Japanese for "yes"
The answer is Hai.
"T" party for sports fans
The answer is Tailgate.
Two words added to the Pledge of Allegiance in 1954
The answer is Under God.
Floor covering
The answer is Rug.
Words that fill each blank of "I know ___ who knows ___"
The answer is A Guy.
Suffix with Vietnam or Siam
The answer is Ese.
Computer memory unit
The answer is Byte.
Down
Acting grown up
The answer is Mature.
Seventh planet from the Sun
The answer is Uranus.
Slightest bit
The answer is Smidge.
Actor who played Coach Taylor in Friday Night Lights
The answer is Kyle.
Scooby Doo's Owner
The answer is Shaggy.
Visit a restaurant
The answer is Eat Out.
T-shirt pattern associated with summer camp
The answer is Tie Dye.
Snatch
The answer is Grab.
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