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The Watch Believer OnlineMini 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 Monday, August 6, 2024:

Across

Petty fight

• The answer is spat.

Funny little habit

• The answer is quirk.

"I can't ___ that!" (response to being told that Colonel Sanders's bow tie looks like a stick figure's body)

• The answer is unsee.

Mother-of-pearl design on a guitar, e.g.

• The answer is inlay.

Colored, as hair

• The answer is dyed.

Down

Source of edible ink

• The answer is squid.

Like the horror movie titles "Chopping Mall" and "Santa's Slay"

• The answer is punny.

Airplane seat choice

• The answer is aisle.

Grippy part of a tire

• The answer is tread.

Paper with the answers on it

• The answer is key.

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