NYT's The Mini crossword answers for July 20

Stuck on any of the clues? We have the answers you need.
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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 Saturday, July 20, 2024:

Across

Reggae relative

  • The answer is Ska.

Repeat a mantra during meditation

  • The answer is Chant.

Perform better than

  • The answer is Out do.

Collaboration that yields more than the sum of its parts

  • The answer is Synenergy.

Exercise practiced in a steamy room

  • The answer is Hot yoga.

Had a nosh

  • The answer is Ate.

Feeling poorly

  • The answer is Ill.

Pre-___ (undergrad track)

  • The answer is Med.

Letter that's silent – and then not silent – in "Wednesday"

  • The answer is Dee.

Down

Pushed out of the way

  • The answer is Shunted.

Actress Sagal

  • The answer is Katey.

iOS alternative

  • The answer is Android.

Wile E., in the Looney Tunes cartoons

  • The answer is Coyote.

Flip on or off, as a switch

  • The answer is Toggle.

It's totally fake

  • The answer is Sham.

Ivy League school in Connecticut

  • The answer is Yale.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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