NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 8, 2024
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 Sunday, December 8, 2024:
Across
Watering can feature
The answer is Spout.
“A Bar Song (___)” (2024 #1 hit by Shaboozey)
The answer is Tipsy.
Deplete, as a resource
The answer is Use up.
Handrail in a ballet studio
The answer is Barre
Fasteners that click
The answer is Snap.
Down
Incomplete Wikipedia entries
The answer is Stubs.
Italian resident near the Leaning Tower
The answer is Pisan.
Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” for one
The answer is Opera.
Seize by force
The answer is Usurp.
Uses a keyboard
The answer is Types.
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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.