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NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for July 16

Closeup view of crossword puzzle clues

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 Tuesday, July 16, 2024:

Across

Loud sound of a cymbal

  • The answer is crash.

Thin and graceful

  • The answer is lithe.

Decorate (with)

  • The answer is adorn.

Country in the Arab League

  • The answer is Yemen.

Shade of blue for a nursery’s ceiling, maybe

  • The answer is sky.

Down

Potter’s material

  • The answer is clay.

___ cymbal (drum kit part)

  • The answer is ride.

What’s the matter with them?

  • The answer is atoms.

Ogre who asks “What are you doing in my swamp?!”

  • The answer is Shrek.

___ Penny, rhyming children’s story character

  • The answer is Henny.

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