NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 10, 2024

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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Thursday, October 10, 2024:

Across

Nature's band-aids, you might say

• The answer is Scabs.

Singer, dancer and choreographer Abdul

• The answer is Paula.

Mountains of Peru

• The answer is Andes.

Melty layer of a Reuben sandwich

• The answer is Swiss.

In need of tidying up

• The answer is Messy.

Down

Muscle twitch

• The answer is Spasm.

Plea from a couple of clamoring kids

• The answer is CanWe.

Some luxury cars

• The answer is Audis.

Sanctify

• The answer is Bless.

Having a lot of "attitude"

• The answer is Sassy.

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