NEW mini crossword answer for December 24th

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 Tuesday, December 24, 2024:

Over

christmas ___

Craving for, like Christmas cookies

Instrument heard in many a Christmas hymn

Rounded pile

Vintner’s unit

Down

The proofreader’s catch

Like a Christmas card that just says “toys”

Chris from “Knives Out”

Gives free

Nearing an end

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Do you also play NYT Strands? See tips and answers for today’s Strands.

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