NYT mini crossword answers for September 29

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 Sunday, September 29, 2024:

Across

Politician whose last name sounds like 1-Down (and not like a dance!)

___ Hawkins dance

The person I used to be, self-descriptively

Botches

Egyptian snakes

Down

See 1-Across

Make sense, so to speak

Arms or legs … or branches

Features of puzzles, blizzards and jazz

Spot to sleep when you’re in the doghouse

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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.