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 Monday, Jan. 15, 2024:

Across

"___ Lives" (hit 2023 film)

• The answer is Past.

Speak without sound

• The answer is mouth.

Nostalgic tune

• The answer is oldie.

Golfer's errant shot #1

• The answer is slice.

Golfer's errant shot #2

• The answer is hook.

Down

Spanish for "chicken"

• The answer is pollo.

Sound component

• The answer is audio.

Fetch item during a walk in the woods

• The answer is stick.

"Shall I compare ___ to a summer's day?"

• The answer is thee.

Dance wildly at a concert

• The answer is mosh.

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