NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for August 3

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 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, August 3, 2024:

Across

With 1-Down, 2024 album in which Beyoncé is “reinventing American music in her own image,” per Rolling Stone

Sewer entrance

Brand that coined color names like Purple Pizzazz and Jazzberry Jam

Lawyer: Abbr.

Baby fox or skunk

Dwellings made from animal hides

Pours down

Size between small and large: Abbr.

Down

See 1-Across

Like gymnasts and relay racers, at the Olympics

“How come?”

One of a pair on a shelf

Simple skateboard tricks

Poet William Butler ___

Exam for a future doc

Eight slices of pizza, typically

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.