【Down Town】

The Down TownMini 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 Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024:

Across

Kick your ball closer to the hole in mini-golf, for example

• The answer is cheat.

Extra pizazz

• The answer is oomph.

Purple soda flavor

• The answer is grape.

Nothing, zero, nada

• The answer is nil.

Devious

• The answer is sly.

Down

Machine tooth

• The answer is cog.

Pair for a water buffalo

• The answer is horns.

Inbox contents

• The answer is email.

"___ today!" (job posting invitation)

• The answer is apply.

What "T" stands for in BTW

• The answer is the.

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

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