The USAMini 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 Friday, July 19, 2024:

Across

"Blue Ribbon" brewery

• The answer is Pabst.

Put at ease, as fears

• The answer is allay.

Sound heard at a ramen restaurant

• The answer is slurp.

Slight trace of color

• The answer is tinge.

Starts a pot, in poker

• The answer is antes.

Down

Popular meal the night before a marathon

• The answer is pasta.

100% committed

• The answer is allin.

Untactful to a fault

• The answer is blunt.

Boot camp boss, informally

• The answer is sarge.

Goes tap-tap-tap in a texting app

• The answer is types.

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