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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023:

Across

Heaviest flying bird in North America

• The answer is Swan.

Cause soreness by rubbing

• The answer is Chafe.

Pac-Man's pursuers

• The answer is Ghosts.

Play directors?

• The answer is Coaches.

High schooler's place to store textbooks

• The answer is Locker.

Tapped, as a cigarette

• The answer is Ashed.

Bottom-heavy fruit

• The answer is Pear.

Down

"Who could have seen that coming?," sarcastically

• The answer is Shocker.

Past one's prime, in slang

• The answer is Washed.

Not before or during

• The answer is After.

Loch ___ monster

• The answer is Ness.

Cuban dance with a repetitive name

• The answer is Chacha.

"Duck, duck" follower

• The answer is Goose.

Put your hands together

• The answer is Clap.

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