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The TayuanMini 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, Dec. 8, 2023:

Across

Brand that makes Milky Way candy bars, apt given its space-related name

• The answer is Mars.

Season 1, Episode 1

• The answer is pilot.

Last letter of the Greek alphabet

• The answer is omega.

Baking appliance that comes with whisks

• The answer is mixer.

Lasting mark from an injury

• The answer is scar.

Down

Impersonate

The answer is mimic.

Wake word for an Amazon device

• The answer is Alexa.

Movie critic Ebert

• The answer is Roger.

Bit of the Milky Way

• The answer is star.

Cheerleading accessories

• The answer is poms.

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

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