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.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for October 14 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for October 14Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Thursday, Oct. 14, 2023:
Across
Illegally copied and sold, as music
The answer is Pirated.
Word that Nemo struggles to pronounce in "Finding Nemo"
The answer is Anemone.
Classic cinnamon candy
The answer is Red Hots.
Snake-like fish
The answer is Eel.
Los Angeles football team
The answer is The Rams.
Pet that might have a wheel
The answer is Hamster.
Slurped seafood delicacy
The answer is Oysters.
Down
Number on a mini golf scorecard
The answer is Par.
Suffix with nectar, for a fruit
The answer is Ine.
Cashes in
The answer is Redeems.
Liberal arts college whose name anagrams to 11- and 15-Across
The answer is Amhearst.
"Sorry, you missed your window"
The answer is Too Late.
Tree creature in Middle-earth
The answer is Ent.
___ Moines, Iowa
The answer is Des.
However, informally
The answer is Tho.
Food for a horse
The answer is Hay.
French for "sea"
The answer is Mer.
4th-year students: Abbr.
The answer is Srs.
