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 Thursday, October 17, 2024:

Across

Human’s cousin

• The answer is Ape.

Word after party or prescription

• The answer is Drug.

With the circled letters (literally!), two options when riding an elevator

• The answer is Going.

Gobsmacks

• The answer is Awes.

Show on which Bowen Yang plays J.D. Vance, for short

• The answer is SNL.

Down

The Little Mermaid’s name

• The answer is Ariel.

Plays on words

• The answer is Puns.

___ + flour = pasta dough

• The answer is Egg.

OK (with), informally

• The answer is Down.

Electric vehicle’s lack

• The answer is Gas.

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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.

https://mashable.com/article/nyt-mini-crossword-clues-answers-october-17-2024-clone