The Three Female GhostsMini 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 Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024:

Across

Amorphous shape

• The answer is blob.

Ingredient in bibimbap and congee

• The answer is rice.

Major work of fiction

• The answer is novel.

Furniture chain with a blue-and-yellow logo

• The answer is Ikea.

"Feel the ___" (slogan for Sanders' 2016 campaign)

• The answer is Bern.

Down

All out of money

• The answer is broke.

It helps detoxify blood

• The answer is liver.

Subject of David Attenborough's "Blue Planet" series

• The answer is ocean.

___ Air, neighborhood in Los Angeles

• The answer is Bel.

Pen tip

• The answer is nib.

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