【Just a Stranger】

The Just a StrangerMini 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 Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023:

Across

Punctuation for a pause

• The answer is comma.

Labor group

• The answer is union.

1943 Bronze Lincoln ___, coin that has sold for more than $200,000

• The answer is penny.

Pretend (like)

• The answer is act.

"It's ... just okay"

• The answer is meh.

Down

Beer pong target

• The answer is cup.

Late bedtime

• The answer is oneam.

Chop into small pieces

• The answer is mince.

Its days are numbered

• The answer is month.

Whichever

• The answer is any.

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

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