【Naked Poison II】

The Naked Poison IIMini 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, Nov. 17, 2023:

Across

Baseball official

• The answer is ump.

Scenic stretch of California's coast

• The answer is BigSur.

Scenic stretch of Maine's coast

• The answer is Acadia.

Retro type of phone

• The answer is rotary.

Opposite of SSW

• The answer is NNE.

Down

Food safety org.

• The answer is USDA.

Environmentalist John known as the "Father of the National Parks"

• The answer is Muir.

Hope against hope

• The answer is pray.

Farm building

• The answer is barn.

Total superstar

• The answer is icon.

Something added to stairs once a baby starts walking

• The answer is gate.

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

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