NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 5

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.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Friday, April 5, 2024:

Across

"How cute!"

• The answer is aww.

Candy beside a Butterfinger, perhaps

• The answer is Twix.

Sentimental sort

• The answer is softy.

Butterfingers

• The answer is Klutz.

Friend in war

• The answer is ally.

Down

Terrible ... or pretty

The answer is awful.

Quick with the one-liners

• The answer is witty.

Final four?

• The answer is wxyz.

Turnpike expense

• The answer is toll.

Genre for Sublime and No Doubt

• The answer is ska.