NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for January 9

The 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 kontrol 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 Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024:

Across

How some people like their coffee

Book that begins “In the beginning …”

Curl up and cuddle

College consortium with campuses in Buffalo and Binghamton, for short

Drink that’s steeped

Down

Small gun pellets

Where to apply chapstick

Header above a LinkedIn bio

Personal copy?

Country whose national language is Swahili