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The an ad eroticizing male bodiesMini 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 7, 2025:

Across

"Be quiet!"

• The answer is Shush.

Knight's weapon

• The answer is Lance.

Senior figure

• The answer is Elder.

"In any ___ ..."

• The answer is Event.

"Emilia ___" (2024 film with the most Oscar nominations)

• The answer is Perez.

Down

What newborns do for much of the day

• The answer is Sleep.

Cut in two

• The answer is Halve.

What "U" stands for in "O/U"

• The answer is Under.

Acting class assignment

• The answer is Scene.

Standard unit of frequency

• The answer is Hertz.

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