NYT's The Mini crossword answers for July 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 Monday, July 29, 2024:

Across

Gift of ___ (ability to speak eloquently)

• The answer is gab.

With 7-Across, total goofball

• The answer is silly.

Take in as one's own

• The answer is adopt.

See 4-Across

• The answer is goose.

Street haunted by Freddy Krueger

• The answer is Elm.

Down

Rhyming partner of doom

• The answer is gloom.

Where Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn are

• The answer is Alps.

Tiny, tiny part of a gig

• The answer is byte.

Wise-sounding herb

• The answer is sage.

Hero

• The answer is idol.

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