The Watch Woman in Her 20s Who Has Luscious Matured Curves OnlineMini 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, July 21, 2024:

Across

Space between two teeth

• The answer is Gap.

Rural waterway … which sounds like a haunted house noise?

• The answer is Creek.

Wind-___ (carried by the wind)

• The answer is Borne.

Golf lesson topic

• The answer is Swing.

French word before a maiden name

• The answer is Nee.

Down

Fully adult … which sounds like a haunted house noise?

• The answer is Grown.

Lingerie and loungewear brand from American Eagle

• The answer is Aerie.

Slender pasta tubes

• The answer is Penne.

Network with an eye logo

• The answer is CBS.

The beer is here

• The answer is Keg.

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