【Playboy: Wet & Wild 1 (1989)】

The Playboy: Wet & Wild 1 (1989)Mini 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 Thursday, May 9, 2024:

Across

Ask for, as a ride or cigarette

• The answer is bum.

___ Today (newspaper)

• The answer is usa.

Pharmacy products

• The answer is drugs.

San Antonio landmark to "remember"

• The answer is Alamo.

Bob who sang "Like a Rolling Stone"

• The answer is Dylan.

Down

Big and strong

• The answer is burly.

Same restaurant order as always, with "the"

• The answer is usual.

It turns into lava above ground

• The answer is magma.

Father's Day card recipient

• The answer is son.

Father's Day card sender, maybe

• The answer is dad.

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