NYT's The Mini crossword answers for September 17

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 Tuesday, September 17, 2024:

Across

Game of throwns?

• The answer is Darts.

Give a heads-up

• The answer is Alert.

Like some credit card accounts

• The answer is Cheap.

Not costing much

• The answer is NoFee.

It's celebrated every April 22

• The answer is Earth.

Down

Move to the music

• The answer is Dance.

Hawaiian "hi"

• The answer is Aloha.

Make an allusion (to)

• The answer is Refer.

Reward for a well-behaved dog

• The answer is Treat.

U.S. men's basketball star with eight three-pointers in the gold medal game, familiarly

• The answer is Steph.

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