NYT's The Mini crossword answers for November 16

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 Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023:

Across

Taxi

• The answer is cab.

See 8-Across

• The answer is cells.

Farewell that literally means "to God"

• The answer is adios.

Doritos Locos ___ (fast-food products)

• The answer is tacos.

With 3-Down and 4-Across, the human body makes around 200 billion of them per day

• The answer is red.

Down

Evergreen tree with sweet-smelling wood

• The answer is cedar.

Wonderland girl

• The answer is Alice.

See 8-Across

• The answer is blood.

Pet that can hiss

• The answer is cat.

Sound of sizzling bacon

• The answer is sss.