NYT's The Mini crossword answers for September 2

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 Monday, September 2, 2024:

Across

Professional in a toque

• The answer is chef.

"I'm not a ___" (online affirmation next to a checkbox)

• The answer is robot.

Love, in Italian

• The answer is amore.

Wards (off)

• The answer is fends.

Secret rendezvous

• The answer is tryst.

Down

Woodcarving or metalsmithing, e.g.

• The answer is craft.

It's going ... going ... gone!

• The answer is homer.

Dark wood once used for drinking cups, as it was thought to neutralize poison

• The answer is ebony.

Focuses on the road?

• The answer is fords.

One might be multiple-choice

• The answer is test.

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