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The homo eroticism in science fictionMini 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 Tuesday, February 4, 2025:

Across

T-shirt or blouse

• The answer is Top.

Do a novelist's job

• The answer is Write.

Confusing answer to "So I'm supposed to turn left?"

• The answer is Right.

French "to be"

• The answer is Etre.

___-do-well

• The answer is Neer.

Down

Fearsome cat, in Spanish

• The answer is Tiger.

Alternative option

• The answer is Other.

Marcel the monkey, on "Friends"

• The answer is Pet.

Tiny bird with a piercing "teakettle-teakettle!" song

• The answer is Wren.

Religious ceremony

• The answer is Rite.

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