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 Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023:

Across

Something to check at the airport

• The answer is Bag.

___ grigio (wine)

• The answer is Pinot.

Big disappointment

The answer is Letdown.

The building in Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building"

• The answer is Arconia.

What film composers and soccer strikers have in common

• The answer is Scoring.

Adds to a company

• The answer is Hires.

Rap's Lil ___ X

• The answer is Nas.

Down

Digital currency with this symbol: ₿

• The answer is Bitcoin.

Tiny European country between France and Spain

• The answer is Andorra.

1985 adventure film starring a young Sean Astin and Josh Brolin, with "The"

• The answer is Goonies.

Sit high above

• The answer is Perch.

Minnesota baseball team

• The answer is Twins.

___ Vegas

• The answer is Las.

Constantly remind in an annoying way

• The answer is Nag.