NYT's The Mini crossword answers for February 23

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, Feb. 23, 2024:

Across

"All bets are ___!"

• The answer is off.

What earplugs block out

• The answer is noise.

Instigator on Instagram

• The answer is troll.

Roman goddess of love

• The answer is Venus.

122 is the record for humans

• The answer is age.

Down

Exciting place to appear

• The answer is ontv.

Golfer's warning after a stray drive

• The answer is fore.

Apple found on Apple Music

• The answer is Fiona.

Fittingly, it shares the same first two letters with "slow" and "slimy"

• The answer is slug.

Otherwise

• The answer is else.