NYT's The Mini crossword answers for May 23

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 Thursday, May 23, 2024:

Across

Twinkler in Orion's belt

• The answer is star.

"That's a bummer …"

• The answer is ohman.

Someone saying yes on TV's "Say Yes to the Dress"

• The answer is bride.

Submarine's tracker

• The answer is sonar.

With 6-Down, language lover

• The answer is word.

Down

Cries uncontrollably

• The answer is sobs.

Toss

• The answer is throw.

___ acid (biological building block)

• The answer is amino.

Spaceship's tracker

• The answer is radar.

See 9-Across

• The answer is nerd.