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, November 2, 2024:

Across

Thermometer reading, for short

• The answer is Temp.

Dessert made with black-and-white cookies

• The answer is Oreo Pie.

Viral pygmy hippo parodized on "Weekend Update"

• The answer is Moo Deng.

"Incidentally ...," in a text

• The answer is BTW.

Heart test inits.

• The answer is ECG.

"Don't worry, it's just a scratch!"

• The answer is I'm okay.

French filmdom

• The answer is Cine.

Canceled, as a TV series

• The answer is Axed.

Down

"Lara Croft: ___ Raider"

• The answer is Tomb.

Sexy, steamy stuff

• The answer is Erotica.

Pet food product with a jingle sung by a cat

• The answer is Meowmix.

Holder of peas

• The answer is Pod.

Cheated at hide-and-seek

• The answer is Peeked.

Ancient builder of Machu Picchu

• The answer is Inca.

Like quiche and custard

• The answer is Eggy.

Number accidentally typed instead of an exclamation point

• The answer is One.

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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.