The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘adored daily crossword puzzle. While The Crossword is a longer experience that requires both knowledge and patience, The Mini is a completely different atmosphere.

Since there are only a handful of clues to solve, the daily puzzle doubles as a quick-run test for many who play it.

So when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you’re stumped while playing The Mini – similar to Wordle and Connections – we’ve got you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers for NYT’s The Mini for Friday, December 13, 2024:

Over

“Live ___” (longtime Taco Bell slogan)

Jockey’s robe

“Abso-damn loud!”

Antlered animal in Yellowstone National Park

Twenty-sided item for table games

Bordeaux or Burgundy

Like a smooth operator

Green addition to the Chicago River on St. Patrick’s Day

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Down

Chewy chocolate morsels in a yellow box

100%

For example, take a big leap of faith

The great tennis player Monica with a palindromic last name

River winding through Paris

“Do you understand?”

Away

If you’re looking for more puzzles, Mashable has games available now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crosswords and more.

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