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The behind the de-eroticized: rethinking the question of gender in the song lyrics of li qingzhaoMini 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 Monday, October 14, 2024:

Across

Ancient sailors used them to navigate

• The answer is Stars.

One traveling at the speed of flight?

• The answer is Pilot.

Basketball stadium, e.g.

• The answer is Arena.

Dallasite or Houstonian

• The answer is Texan.

Grains you'd rather not eat?

• The answer is Sand.

Down

Little fight

• The answer is Spat.

Rubber rings

• The answer is Tires.

Amazon device voice

• The answer is Alexa.

Actress Saoirse of "Lady Bird" and "Little Women"

• The answer is Ronan.

Spot for witness testimony

• The answer is Stand.

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