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The Hard Soap Hard Soap (1977)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 Saturday, October 12, 2024:

Across

Had sore muscles

• The answer is Ached.

Rolled pastry that's German for "whirlpool"

• The answer is Strudel.

Setting for the 2014 film "Selma"

• The answer is Alabama.

Jurisprudence

• The answer is Law.

Word, in French

• The answer is Mot.

Last day for a scheduled session, say

• The answer is End Date.

Speak with pauses

• The answer is Stammer.

Woodcutting tools with arched blades

• The answer is Adzes.

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Down

Home of the Braves

• The answer is Atlanta.

Crustacean in Cajun cuisine

• The answer is Crawdad.

What 1-Down is, for Delta Airlines

• The answer is Hub.

Soybeans served in the pod

• The answer is Edamame.

Lowers in rank

• The answer is Demotes.

Retail activity

• The answer is Sales.

"Not now!"

• The answer is Later.

Area between North and South Korea, for short

• The answer is DMZ.

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