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 Monday, May 21, 2024:

Across

Dessert that might have a lattice

• The answer is pie.

Detective's assignment

• The answer is case.

With [the circled letters], Maya Angelou poem that begins "You may write me down in history / With your bitter, twisted lies"

• The answer is Still.

Strong inclination

• The answer is urge.

Suffix with percent or project

• The answer is ile.

Down

Good name for an avid reader?

• The answer is Paige.

Tropical getaway locale

• The answer is isle.

Snakelike fish

• The answer is eel.

PC shortcut key

• The answer is ctrl.

___ generis (unique)

• The answer is sui.