NYT mini crossword answers for October 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 Saturday, October 5, 2024:

Across

Lego piece

Company whose name is spelled with up to 10 O’s toward the bottom of its webpages

Inventor of the first commercially available electronic instrument, a synthesizer

Largest country without an official language

Some smart devices

Muscular dog with black and tan fur, familiarly

Precipitates freezing rain

Warty hopper

Down

Milky drink with “pearls”

CD-___

“Aha!”

Pumpkin spice ingredients

Large beer containers

Break off from the rest of the band

Go “pop”

Bill’s time-traveling partner of film

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

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.