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The Documentary ArchivesMini 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 Thursday, August 1, 2024:

Across

Score 100% on

• The answer is ace.

Word that, in German, translates directly to "hand shoe"

• The answer is glove.

Its showers bring "May flowers"

• The answer is April.

Hut

• The answer is shack.

Not mainstream, in genre names

• The answer is alt.

Down

First letter of the Greek alphabet

• The answer is alpha.

Reef builder

• The answer is coral.

Kick out

• The answer is evict.

Bad thing to run out of in the middle of nowhere

• The answer is gas.

Antlered mammal in the Rockies

• The answer is elk.

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