NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for July 3

NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for July 3

The 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.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Wednesday, July 3, 2024:

Across

Defrosts

The answer is thaws.

Event with barrel racing and bull riding

The answer is rodeo.

“Gosh darn it!”

The answer is aw man (no space).

Rocker who plays himself, as a murder suspect, on Only Murders in the Building

The answer is Sting.

Have the ___ for (be attracted to)

The answer is hots.

Down

Totally awful, in slang

The answer is trash.

Words on many self-help books

The answer is how to (no space).

Confess

The answer is admit.

Gradually introduces to solid food

The answer is weans.

Best Original ___ (Oscars category)

The answer is song.

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