The USAMini 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, May 27, 2024:

Across

Talk a big game

• The answer is brag.

What glasses do as a result of condensation

• The answer is fogup.

Museum photography no-no

• The answer is flash.

Miller ___ (beer)

• The answer is lite.

Mount Rainier once received a record 93+ feet of it in a single year

• The answer is snow.

Down

Inseparable pal, for short

• The answer is BFF.

Starts of Catan turns

• The answer is rolls.

Not for the first time

• The answer is again.

Oomph

• The answer is gusto.

"Thank god that didn't happen!"

• The answer is phew.

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