NYT's The Mini crossword answers for September 29

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 Sunday, September 29, 2024:

Across

Politician whose last name sounds like 1-Down (and not like a dance!)

• The answer is Walz.

___ Hawkins dance

• The answer is Sadie.

The person I used to be, self-descriptively

• The answer is Old me.

Botches

• The answer is Flubs.

Egyptian snakes

• The answer is Asp's.

Down

See 1-Across

• The answer is Walls.

Make sense, so to speak

• The answer is Add up.

Arms or legs … or branches

• The answer is Limbs.

Features of puzzles, blizzards and jazz

• The answer is Zees.

Spot to sleep when you're in the doghouse

• The answer is Sofa.

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