【eroticizing pain】

The eroticizing painMini 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 Monday, October 7, 2024:

Across

Spill the beans

• The answer is Blab.

Bird that has been used by the Dutch police to take down illegal drones

• The answer is Eagle.

Online shopping

• The answer is Etail.

With 3-Down, "Nope, try another guess!"

• The answer is Think.

Schedule ___ (modern email button)

• The answer is Send.

Down

Root veggies in borscht

• The answer is Beets.

Carpenter's shaping tool

• The answer is Lathe.

See 8-Across

• The answer is Again.

Like three mice in a nursery rhyme

• The answer is Blind.

Big beast in Banff National Park

• The answer is Elk.

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