【About】

The AboutMini 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, Feb. 4, 2024:

Across

It can be distinguished in the night sky by its reddish hue

• The answer is Mars.

Most common cookie in the New York Times crossword

• The answer is Oreo.

Sheetful of cookies

• The answer is Batch.

Make some cookies

• The answer is Bake.

Annual Austin festival, for short

• The answer is SXSW.

Down

Rowdy crowd

• The answer is Mob.

Most Saudis and Syrians

• The answer is Arabs.

Charge a second levy for

• The answer is Retax.

A pair to wear

• The answer is Socks.

Chop down, as a tree

• The answer is Hew.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Mini Crossword.

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