NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 2, 2024

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, December 2, 2024:

Across

"Be quiet!"

• The answer is Shush.

Light weight

• The answer is Ounce.

Director for a Broadway production, perhaps?

• The answer is Usher.

Heavy, horned herbivore

• The answer is Rhino.

Calligrapher's tool

• The answer is Pen.

Down

___ grapes

• The answer is Sour.

"Be quiet!"

• The answer is Hush.

Socially square

• The answer is Unhip.

Acting assignment in theater class

• The answer is Scene.

Long-legged bird with an S-shaped neck

• The answer is Heron.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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