NEW mini crossword answer for December 23rd

Mini is a bite-sized version of New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a longer experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, the Mini is a completely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle acts as a speed run test for many who play it.

So when a difficult track disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself overwhelmed by playing The Mini – just like with Wordle and Connections – we’ve got you covered.

Here are the NYT’s The Mini clues and answers for Monday, December 23, 2024:

Over

Character who is blue in the face?

Middle Eastern country jutting out from Saudi Arabia

Loose, like a knot

Author’s dealer

Labour’s rival in British politics

Down

What catchers do behind home plate … or an adjective that can describe their physique

Tropical fruit in a sweet salsa

Say out loud

Like stereotypical Pacific Northwest weather

Bar on a guitar’s neck

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Not the day you’re looking for? Here is the solution to today’s mini crossword.