The i was caught on a hidden video camera having sex and boyfriend catches themMini 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 Tuesday, July 9, 2024:
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Substance used by violin players
The answer is rosin.
One of the world's largest land animals, familiarly
The answer is hippo.
Trojan War epic
The answer is Iliad.
N.B.A. team that recently agreed to its first trade with the Knicks in over 40 years
The answer is Nets.
Lyric poems
The answer is odes.
Down
One of the world's largest land animals, familiarly
The answer is rhino.
Well-___ machine
The answer is oiled.
Petty ill will
The answer is spite.
"Skip me," in a game
The answer is I pass (no space).
Nonverbal agreement
The answer is nod.
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