【Rapsa (2025)】

The Rapsa (2025)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 Wednesday, September 4, 2024:

Across

Unwanted emails

• The answer is spam.

Glam rock?

• The answer is geode.

Symbol on an "I'm With Stupid" shirt

• The answer is arrow.

What a fitness tracker counts

• The answer is steps.

Future's opposite

• The answer is past.

Down

Big name in mattresses

• The answer is Serta.

Distinctive features of a sponge

• The answer is pores.

Take into one's family

• The answer is adopt.

Cries from a kitten

• The answer is mews.

[I'm shocked ... shocked!]

• The answer is gasp.

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