Small answers for the NYT for December 14

The Mini is the bite-sized version The New York Times‘ is a popular daily crossword. While the crossword is a long experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, the Mini is a completely different vibe.

With only a few clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed test for many players.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself in awe of playing The Mini – like Wordle and Connections – we’ve got you covered.

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

On the other side

“Live ___” (Taco Bell’s longtime slogan)

Jockey’s clothes

“Abso-freakin’-lutely!”

A horned animal in Yellowstone National Park

Something with twenty cases of tablet games

Bordeaux or Burgundy

As a smooth operator

A green addition to the Chicago River on St. Patrick

Down

He bites the chocolate from the yellow box

100%

Take a big leap of faith, he says

Tennis champion Monica with a palindromic last name

A river that runs through Paris

“Do you understand?”

The way

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Do you play NYT Strands too? See today’s Strands tips and answers.

Not the next day? Here is the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.