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 Thursay, Jan. 4, 2024:
Across
One might have the caption “That moment when …”
The answer is meme.
Army rank above captain
The answer is major.
Chicago’s United Center, for one
The answer is arena.
Annoy, with “off”
The answer is tick.
Hider of a bad haircut, perhaps
The answer is hat.
Down
“Ave ___” (song)
The answer is Maria.
Pop out of a fighter plane
The answer is eject.
TV detective played by Tony Shalhoub
The answer is Monk.
Section of history
The answer is era.
It has its pluses and minuses
The answer is math.
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Answers to each clue for the Jan. 4, 2024 edition of NYT’s The Mini crossword puzzle.
