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.
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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024:
Across
How some people like their coffee
The answer is black.
Book that begins "In the beginning ..."
The answer is Bible.
Curl up and cuddle
The answer is spoon.
College consortium with campuses in Buffalo and Binghamton, for short
The answer is SUNY.
Drink that's steeped
The answer is tea.
Down
Small gun pellets
The answer is BBs.
Where to apply chapstick
The answer is lips.
Header above a LinkedIn bio
The answer is about.
Personal copy?
The answer is clone.
Country whose national language is Swahili
The answer is Kenya.
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