【Diotta Fatou】

The Diotta FatouMini 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 Thursday, February 13, 2025:

Across

"___ the gap!" (advice for solving this puzzle)

• The answer is Min.

Love, in French

• The answer is Amour.

African mammal with armorlike skin

• The answer is Rhino.

Major tech company founded in San Fran, as its name suggests

• The answer is Cisco.

"Watch your ___!" (advice for solving this puzzle)

• The answer is Ste.

Down

Painter Chagall and podcaster Maron

• The answer is Marcs.

Dramatic cry during a paintball game

• The answer is Imhit.

Distraction while working at the library, maybe

• The answer is Noise.

Sag

• The answer is Droop.

Tar Heels' school, for short

• The answer is UNC.

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