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 Friday, July 5, 2024:

Across

"___ imagining things?"

• The answer is AMI.

Medical center for outpatients

• The answer is CLINIC.

Picture on a greeting card that says "I lava you very much"

• The answer is VOLCANO.

Abbr. after some business names

• The answer is INC.

"Holy moley!"

• The answer is WOW.

Peppers with pepper, say

• The answer is SEASONS.

Aim high

• The answer is ASPIRE.

Feeling low

• The answer is SAD.

Down

WHAT THIS CLUE IS IN

• The answer is ALLCAPS.

The thing in "Is this thing on?"

• The answer is MIC.

Became visibly happy

• The answer is lit up (no space).

"To briefly summarize ..."

• The answer is INAWORD.

Supply at an ice cream parlor

• The answer is CONES.

"___ ear, out the other"

• The answer is INONE.

Nearly 15% of them in the U.S. live in Texas

• The answer is COWS.

Mastercard alternative

• The answer is VISA.

Singer known for performing in a face-covering wig

• The answer is SIA.