【Dear Utol: Week 1 Highlights Episode 7】

The Dear Utol: Week 1 Highlights Episode 7Mini 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 Monday, December 30, 2024:

Across

Rudely straightforward

• The answer is Blunt.

Where you might see half-inch ticks?

• The answer is Ruler.

A little less than "mega"

• The answer is Extra.

Verbose

• The answer is Wordy.

Unit of sunshine

• The answer is Ray.

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Down

Steeped concoction

• The answer is Brew.

Swanky Vegas hotel resembling an Egyptian pyramid

• The answer is Luxor.

A little more than "mega"

• The answer is Ultra.

Quirkily enthusiastic about science, maybe

• The answer is Nerdy.

Breakfast-in-bed convenience

• The answer is Tray.

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