【Roman Huber】

The Roman HuberMini 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 Saturday, Feb. 23, 2024:

Across

Country with the most FIFA World Cup titles (5)

• The answer is Brazil.

One of two U.S. states that doesn't observe daylight saving time

• The answer is Arizona.

Mindless

• The answer is Vacuous.

Alpinist Davo Karniar once skied 12,000 feet down this mountain

• The answer is Everest.

Overnight flight

• The answer is Redeye.

Down

Courageous

• The answer is Brave.

Chopped into small pieces, as cauliflower

• The answer is Riced.

Sky-blue

• The answer is Azure.

Actress Deschanel of "New Girl"

• The answer is Zooey.

Sign on an occupied lavatory

• The answer is In use.

Stand the test of time

• The answer is Last.

Confidently assert

• The answer is Aver.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Mini Crossword.

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