NYT’s The Mini: Clues and Answers for August 9, 2024

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times’ revered daily crossword. It’s a speed-running test with just a handful of clues to answer. If you get stumped, here are the clues and answers for Friday, August 9, 2024:

Across

• Move like a kangaroo – hop
• Purple soda flavor – grape
• Bird used for sending messages on “House of the Dragon” – raven
• Oak tree-to-be – acorn
• What half-life measures, in nuclear physics – decay

Down

• Pandemonium – havoc
• Performance for a prima donna – opera
• Take a ___, leave a ___ – penny
• Mortarboard wearer – grad
• A dash is a short one – race

Whether you’re a seasoned crossword solver or just starting out, The Mini is a fun and accessible way to challenge your brain and expand your vocabulary. Enjoy the puzzles!