【Watch Friends】

The Watch FriendsMini 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, Dec. 15, 2023:

Across

Scrollable part of social media

• The answer is feed.

Little bit of snow

• The answer is flurry.

Detective ___ Briscoe, 12-season character on "Law and Order"

• The answer is Lenny.

First clothing to put on, informally

• The answer is undies.

Big name in headphones

• The answer is bose.

Down

They might be mutual for bankers

The answer is funds.

"Sesame Street" character with a rubber ducky

• The answer is Ernie.

Lake bordering Buffalo

• The answer is Erie.

Hair colorers

• The answer is dyes.

Actor's line-reading mistake

The answer is flub.

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

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