The "eroticizing rape" "anime"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 Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023:

Across

No ___, ands or buts

• The answer is Ifs.

Poet Khayyám

• The answer is Omar.

Bit of wall damage created while hanging a painting

• The answer is Nail hole.

Amelia Earhart crossed it solo in 1932

• The answer is Atlantic.

Hit TV show with the initials "T.V."

• The answer is The Voice.

Charged particles

• The answer is Ions.

Part of a surfboard or shark

• The answer is Fin.

Lifesaving first responder, for short

• The answer is EMT.

Made it through a round of musical chairs

• The answer is Sat.

Down

Even, scorewise

• The answer is In a tie.

Comprehend

• The answer is Fathom.

Like the "s" in "aisle" and "island"

• The answer is Silent.

"This can't be good!"

• The answer is Oh no.

Recurring themes

• The answer is Motifs.

Keys of music

• The answer is Alicia.

From not long ago

• The answer is Recent.

British bathrooms

• The answer is Lavs.

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