Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Oct. 3

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The New York Times Crossword Puzzle is legendary. But if you don't have that much time, the Mini Crossword is an entertaining substitute. The Mini Crossword is much easier than the old-school NYT Crossword, and you probably can complete it in a couple of minutes. But if you're stuck, we've got the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.

The Mini Crossword is far from alone in the Times' stable of games. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections and Strands answers, you can visit CNET's NYT puzzle hints page.

Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini Crossword

Let's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.

NYT Mini Crossword completed puzzle for Oct. 3, 2024.

Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: What "very" stands for in the mnemonic "My Very Educated Mother ..."
Answer: VENUS

6A clue: Like some mobile game purchases
Answer: INAPP

7A clue: Come up, as a situation
Answer: ARISE

8A clue: More than just enjoyed
Answer: LOVED

9A clue: Hockey goal component
Answer: NET

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Tube in a lab
Answer: VIAL

2D clue: Disgraced energy company with a 2001 bankruptcy
Answer: ENRON

3D clue: Overly trusting, perhaps
Answer: NAIVE

4D clue: Underdog's victory
Answer: UPSET

5D clue: Went really fast
Answer: SPED

How to play more Mini Crosswords

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