The l?n gái ?n ??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 Thursday, April 25, 2024:

Across

Move like a pendulum

• The answer is swing.

Having an established key, musically

• The answer is tonal.

Up and fully caffeinated, say

• The answer is awake.

Tablecloth material

• The answer is linen.

English city in West Yorkshire

• The answer is Leeds.

Down

Try to buy some time

The answer is stall.

Exclamation that rhymes with "Maui"

• The answer is wowie.

Totally wackadoodle

• The answer is inall.

In the buff

• The answer is naked.

Mountain valleys

• The answer is glens.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Mini Crossword.