【Bawdy Tales of Edo: Octopus & Sea Shell】

The Bawdy Tales of Edo: Octopus & Sea ShellMini 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 Tuesday, April 30, 2024:

Across

"Everything must go!" event

• The answer is sale.

Lowest pocket pair in poker

• The answer is twos.

Is a chatty catty?

• The answer is meow.

Cook, as cookies

• The answer is bake.

Brewery offerings

• The answer is ales.

Down

Total bargain

The answer is steal.

Roused from slumber

• The answer is awoke.

Home improvement chain

• The answer is Lowes.

Letter mi_ ing from thi clue

• The answer is ess.

Degree for a corporate exec

• The answer is MBA.

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

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