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 Sunday, October 6, 2024:

Across

One of Franklin’s certainties in life

• The answer is Taxes.

Human voice at the end of a phone tree, say

• The answer is Agent.

One might be thrown in surprise

• The answer is Party.

“When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s ___”

• The answer is Amore.

Smokin’ hot

• The answer is Sexy.

Down

Appetizers like croquetas and patatas bravas

• The answer is Tapas.

One’s best effort, so to speak

• The answer is A Game.

Search for : “google” :: make a copy of : “___”

• The answer is Xerox.

Diary passage

• The answer is Entry.

Eyelid irritation

• The answer is Stye.

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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.