NYT's The Mini crossword answers for May 3

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 Friday, May 3, 2024:

Across

Baseball level just below the majors

• The answer is aaa.

Letters written on a bottle of poison, in the cartoons

• The answer is xxx.

Three, on a grandfather clock

• The answer is iii.

Tic-tac-toe winner

• The answer is ooo.

"Delicious!"

• The answer is mmm.

Down

"What goes up must come down," e.g.

The answer is axiom.

x + y = y + x, e.g.

• The answer is axiom.

This is a given

• The answer is axiom.