The New York Times Crossword Puzzle is renowned for its complexity, but if you're short on time, the Mini Crossword offers a fun and quicker alternative. This smaller version is significantly easier and can usually be completed in just a few minutes. If you find yourself stuck, we've got the solutions for you. For tips and strategies to improve your daily solving skills, be sure to check out our Mini Crossword tips.

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Here are the clues and answers for today’s Mini Crossword.

NYT Mini Crossword Solution for Sept. 5, 2024


Across:

1A: File type for downloadable forms  
Answer: PDF

4A: Catherine of "Beetlejuice"  
Answer: OHARA

6A: Pastry with a 5-Down  
Answer: DONUT

7A: Nostalgic song  
Answer: OLDIE

8A: Left on ___ (still awaiting a text message response)  
Answer: READ


Down:

1D: Animal known as a "giant cat bear" in Chinese due to its vertical slit pupils  
Answer: PANDA

2D: Ancient Celtic priest  
Answer: DRUID

3D: It’s written in the stars  
Answer: FATE

4D: Funk from a dirty sock  
Answer: ODOR

5D: Feature in the middle of a 6-Across  
Answer: HOLE

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