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 Saturday, August 3, 2024:

AcrossWith 1-Down, 2024 album in which Beyoncé is “reinventing American music in her own image,” per Rolling StoneThe answer is Cowboy.

Sewer entranceThe answer is Manhole.

Brand that coined color names like Purple Pizzazz and Jazzberry JamThe answer is Crayola.

Lawyer: Abbr.The answer is ATT.

Baby fox or skunkThe answer is Kit.

Dwellings made from animal hidesThe answer is Teepees.

Pours downThe answer is Pours Down.

Size between small and large: Abbr.The answer is Med.

DownSee 1-AcrossThe answer is Carter.

Like gymnasts and relay racers, at the OlympicsThe answer is On a team.

“How come?”The answer is Why.

One of a pair on a shelfThe answer is Book end.

Simple skateboard tricksThe answer is Ollies.

Poet William Butler ___The answer is Yeats.

Exam for a future docThe answer is MCAT.

Eight slices of pizza, typicallyThe answer is Pie.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.