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The Thailand ArchivesMini 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, April 4, 2024:

Across

Tiny bit of kindling

• The answer is twig.

"I will take the Ring to Mordor, though I do not know the way" speaker

• The answer is Frodo.

Screenwriter Sorkin

• The answer is Aaron.

Suffix with Louis and Jackson, in city names

• The answer is ville.

Trimmed parts of green beans

• The answer is ends.

Down

One might be on track to arrive

The answer is train.

"What in the ___?!"

• The answer is world.

Venerated celebrities

• The answer is idols.

Missing

• The answer is gone.

#1 choice, informally

• The answer is fave.

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