The nh?ng kênh phim khiêu dam n?i ti?ngMini 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 Saturday, January 4, 2025:
Across
Baby polar bear
The answer is Cub.
Arctic ___, big-eared critters in white winter coats
The answer is Hares.
Material for Frosty's pipe
The answer is Corncob.
"I'm fr-fr-freezing!"
The answer is Brr.
Poem of high praise
The answer is Ode.
Frosty, e.g.
The answer is Snowman.
Pigs' digs
The answer is Sties.
Someone who might give bro hugs?
The answer is Sis.
Down
Noses for many a 10-Across (but not Frosty's!)
The answer is Carrots.
Caterer's coffee dispenser
The answer is Urn.
Turns into
The answer is Becomes.
Don't confuse them with antlers
The answer is Horns.
CRUSH, SPRITE, SQUIRT and STARRY, in a Connections category
The answer is Sodas.
Network that's aired the Grammy Awards since 1973
The answer is CBS.
___ & Jerry's
The answer is Ben
GameCub successor
The answer is Wii
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