【Mika Muroi Archives】

The Mika Muroi ArchivesMini 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, January 7, 2025:

Across

Man in Business Suit Levitating, for one

• The answer is Emoji.

Took a nap

• The answer is Dozed.

Flying solo

• The answer is Alone.

Graphic novel style for "One Piece," the best-selling of its kind

• The answer is Manga.

Genuine

• The answer is Real.

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Down

Dutch cheese that's "made backward," per a joke

• The answer is Edam.

Grinding tooth

• The answer is Molar.

Gas made of three oxygen atoms

• The answer is Ozone.

Game that might end if you accidentally bump the table

• The answer is Jenga.

Like the best-case scenario

• The answer is Ideal.

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