【Three Female Ghosts】

The Three Female GhostsMini 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, February 8, 2025:

Across

Beer foam

• The answer is Head.

Dance that it takes "two" to do

• The answer is Tango.

Annoying thing to forget on a trip

• The answer is Charger.

Color associated with Barbie

• The answer is Hot pink.

"For all ___ and purposes …"

• The answer is Intents.

Maryland governor Wes

• The answer is Moore.

Cons' counterparts

• The answer is Pros.

Down

Oldest monthly magazine in the U.S., launched in 1850

• The answer is Harpers.

Front car of a train

• The answer is Engine.

Athlete's representative

• The answer is Agent.

Nerds

• The answer is Dorks.

Body image?

• The answer is Tattoos.

Bonobo relative

• The answer is Chimp.

Pay tribute to

• The answer is Honor.

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