NYT's The Mini crossword answers for February 2

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 Friday, Feb. 2, 2024:

Across

Bottle top

• The answer is caps.

C, D, E, F, G, A, B, e.g.

• The answer is scale.

See 1-Down

• The answer is humps.

"Give it ___" ("Hush!")

• The answer is arest.

Director Brooks

• The answer is Mel.

Down

With 6-Across, "peaks" on a desert mount

• The answer is camel.

Major mountain range of Europe

• The answer is Alps.

Annoying bug

• The answer is pest.

Phony, fake, bogus

• The answer is sham.

Glass of water, for a hangover

• The answer is cure.

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