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The White Nude Taken DownMini 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 Sunday, August 4, 2024:

Across

The first blank in this phrase: From ___ to ___

• The answer is Head.

"The Hobbit" hobbit

• The answer is Bilbo.

A 16 seed beating a 1 seed, e.g.

• The answer is Upset.

Feeling of ill will

• The answer is Spite.

The second blank in this phrase: From ___ to ___

• The answer is Toe.

Down

Creature able to hold its breath underwater for up to 30 minutes

• The answer is Hippo.

Name that sounds like the twelfth and third letters of the alphabet

• The answer is Elsie.

Help with a crime

• The answer is Abet.

Pour love (on)

• The answer is Dote.

Opposite of boom, on Wall Street

• The answer is Bust.

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