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.
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for February 17
Wordle today: Here’s the answer and hints for February 17
Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024:
Across
Eight-foot two-inch character on “Sesame Street”
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The answer is Big Bird.
Captcha, for “Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart”
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The answer is Acronym.
Works at a school
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The answer is Teaches.
Letter before “cue”
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The answer is Pee.
Sporty sort
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The answer is Athlete.
Relaxin’
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The answer is Chillin.
Levied, as a tax
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The answer is Excised.
Down
One taking night flights
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The answer is Bat.
Winter driving hazard
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The answer is Ice.
Illustration for a news segment
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The answer is Graphics.
Andrea ___, Italian tenor with 90+ million albums sold
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The answer is Bocelli.
Wearing dressy shoes
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The answer is In Heels.
“The Catcher in the ___”
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The answer is Rye.
Private Instagram exchanges, for short
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The answer is DMs.
Perfect tennis serve
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The answer is Ace.
Texter’s “Much appreciated”
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The answer is THX.
Even score
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The answer is Tie.
You’ve reached it for the Down clues
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The answer is End.
