【Diotta Fatou】

The Diotta FatouMini 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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Monday, November 19, 2024:

Across

___ Pilkey, children's author who created Captain Underpants and Dog Man

• The answer is Dav.

Person who prefers to keep to themselves

• The answer is Loner.

Boiling with rage

• The answer is Angry.

Protrude, like a bodybuilder's muscles

• The answer is Bulge.

Casual top

• The answer is Tee.

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Down

___ holes (treats that are actually balls, not "holes")

• The answer is Donut.

Geometry class measurement

• The answer is Angle.

On the ___ of tears

• The answer is Verge.

Lecture's counterpart, in college science courses

• The answer is Lab.

Bread that might be marbled

• The answer is Rye.

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