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.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for October 21 SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for October 21Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023:
Across
Brainstorming result
The answer is Idea.
Church district ... or a European capital plus a letter
The answer is Parish.
Liberal arts college in Ohio ... or a European capital plus a letter
The answer is Oberlin.
Write in C++ or Java
The answer is Code.
Frightened
The answer is Alarmed.
Shakespearean protagonist ... or a European capital plus a letter
The answer is Romeo.
Texter's qualifier
The answer is FWIW.
Down
Stock launch for a start-up, for short
The answer is IPO.
Little bit, as of cream
The answer is Dab.
Before, in poetry
The answer is Ere.
Group of plane workers
The answer is Air Crew.
What many sports replays are seen in
The answer is Slomo.
Seek's opposite
The answer is Hide.
___ Stark, character on "Game of Thrones"
The answer is Ned.
Dog's bark
The answer is Arf.
Feeling in a funk
The answer is Low.
"What ___, chopped liver?"
The answer is Am I.