NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 15, 2024

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, October 15, 2024:

Across

Shrimp ___ (garlicky entree)

• The answer is Scampi.

"Wow, so fancy!"

• The answer is OoLaLa.

Disney's take on the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale "The Snow Queen"

• The answer is Frozen.

Paid for a poker hand

• The answer is Anted.

Down

Common place to find a lost TV remote

• The answer is Sofa.

With 4-Down, farm attraction in autumn months

• The answer is Corn.

Tons and tons

• The answer is Alot.

See 2-Down

• The answer is Maze.

Begged

• The answer is Pled.

McKellen who played Gandalf

• The answer is Ian.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.