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The Watch Easy Does It 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 Monday, August 19, 2024:

Across

Leaves a couple bucks on the bar counter

• The answer is Tips.

Opera solo

• The answer is Aria.

Package before sending

• The answer is Box up (no space).

Number of Olympic gold medals won by Katie Ledecky

• The answer is Nine.

What four quarters can equal

• The answer is Year.

Down

1. 1

2. 2

3. 3

4. 4

5. 7

Down

Browser subwindow

• The answer is Tab.

A maintenance shop with a broken doorbell is an example of it

• The answer is Irony.

Kind of short haircut for women

• The answer is Pixie.

Spa room

• The answer is Sauna.

Pay-___-view

• The answer is Per.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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

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