The Cheating wife moviesMini 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 Sunday, December 22, 2024:

Across

Longtime first name in the House of Representatives

• The answer is Nancy.

Word that aptly fills in these blanks: S_ rano's pformnce

• The answer is Opera.

Bad thing to go up without a paddle

• The answer is Creek.

Assistant

• The answer is Aide.

Toilet paper layer

• The answer is Ply.

Down

"For real!," in popular slang

• The answer is No cap.

When Tax Day is

• The answer is April.

Requiring a lot of attention

• The answer is Needy.

Indigenous people of Canada

• The answer is Cree.

Beast also known as a "grunting ox"

• The answer is Yak.

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