NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 6, 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 Friday, December 6, 2024:

Across

"We haven't decided yet," on schedules

• The answer is TBA.

Analyze grammatically, as a sentence

• The answer is Parse.

Dice game for sidewalk gamblers

• The answer is Craps.

Gently gives a 👉

• The answer is Pokes.

Lionel Messi's jersey number

• The answer is Ten.

Down

Deck with cards like The Fool and The Hermit

• The answer is Tarot.

Slow the car down

• The answer is Brakes.

Colorado ski town

• The answer is Aspen.

Doctor you visit for a checkup, for short

• The answer is PCP.

Letter that can be added to the fronts of 4-, 6- and 7-Across to make new words

• The answer is Ess.

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

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