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The Peggy MarkoffMini 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 Saturday, April 6, 2024:

Across

Defeat by a large margin

• The answer is Drub.

Accident-___ (clumsy)

• The answer is Prone.

Painter Monet

• The answer is Claude.

Ironic name of Elle Woods's chihuahua in "Legally Blonde"

• The answer is Bruiser.

Track athlete

• The answer is Runner.

Double-___ sword

• The answer is Edged.

Intoxicating substance sometimes called "bud"

• The answer is Weed.

Down

Totally out of energy

The answer is Drained.

Stirred from slumber

• The answer is Roused.

Opposite of over

• The answer is Under.

Intoxicating substance sometimes called "Bud"

• The answer is Beer.

Polar bear ___ (cold swim)

• The answer is Plunge.

Having a potty mouth

• The answer is Crude.

Make, as 4-Down

• The answer is Brew.

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

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