NYT's The Mini crossword answers for May 1

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 Wednesday, May 1, 2024:

Across

So-so, in modern slang

• The answer is mid.

Section of a window

• The answer is pane.

Ambiguous R.S.V.P.

• The answer is maybe.

"You're ___ and you didn't even know it!"

• The answer is apoet.

10 are needed for a first down

• The answer is yards.

Down

City hall V.I.P.

The answer is mayor.

Under the covers

• The answer is inbed.

Specifics, informally

• The answer is deets.

___ Johns (pizza chain)

• The answer is May.

It starts today, and it starts 1-Down and 5-Across

• The answer is papa.