NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 9

Stuck on any of the clues? We have the answers you need.
By Mashable Team  on 
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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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, April 9, 2024:

Across

Music genre with Jamaican origins

  • The answer is ska.

Sound of spring?

  • The answer is boing.

"Sesame Street" character who sings "Dance Myself to Sleep"

  • The answer is Ernie.

Religious offshoot groups

  • The answer is sects.

What you might use to test the temperature of a bath

  • The answer is toe.

Down

"Well, ___ you asked …"

The answer is since.

Work with yarn and needles

  • The answer is knit.

Years and years

  • The answer is best.

First word of every Oscars category

  • The answer is ages.

Black-and-white froyo topping

  • The answer is oreo.


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