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The eros eroticismMini 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, August 24, 2024:

Across

Eight: Prefix

• The answer is Octo.

Got stuck, as a video

• The answer is Froze.

Over 90% of Maine and 80% of New Hampshire

• The answer is Forest.

Coverage of the Summer Olympics?

• The answer is Swimcap.

Like residents of Kathmandu

• The answer is Nepali.

Casually drink

• The answer is Siphon.

The "1" of $0.01

• The answer is Cent.

Down

Turn-___ (unattractive qualities)

• The answer is Offs.

Symbol in the Budweiser and Corona logos

• The answer is Crown.

Defeated party in the recent U.K. elections

• The answer is Tories.

Popular weight loss drug

• The answer is Ozempic.

Ford S.U.V.

• The answer is Escape.

Eagle's claw

• The answer is Talon.

Ice cream purchase

• The answer is Pint.

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