NYT mini crossword answers for December 28

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 Friday, December 27, 2024:

Across

French body of water

Relating to the Vatican

Self-serve station with salsa and shells

Way, way, way back

Totally clobber

Sheet read before playing a new board game

Vet’s patient

Down

Ties, as hiking boots

One of 12 depicted in da Vinci’s “The Last Supper”

Nightclub such as the Moulin Rouge

Buzzing device for an on-call doctor

Nigerian city that’s Africa’s most populous (21+ million)

Teensy-weensy bit

___ G. Biv

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

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