【Japan Archives】

The Japan ArchivesMini 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, Jan. 19, 2024:

Across

J.F.K.'s successor

• The answer is LBJ.

Taking out the trash, e.g.

• The answer is chore.

With 2-Down, it has roughly tripled in size since the time of australopithecines

• The answer is human.

Once more

• The answer is again.

First U.S. coin to feature a president

• The answer is penny.

Down

Willy ___, "Death of a Salesman" protagonist

• The answer is Loman.

See 6-Across

• The answer is brain.

Forrest Gump's love in "Forrest Gump"

• The answer is Jenny.

Bloke

• The answer is chap.

Enormous

• The answer is huge.

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

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