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The New York Times Mini Crossword should probably steer clear of Gen Z slang, like the answer to 1 Down today. I’m guessing most of its players are a little confused by that one. Anyway, if you’re stuck on any of the clues today, we’ve got the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.
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Let’s get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Longtime first name in the House of Representatives
Answer: NANCY
6A clue: Word that aptly fills in these blanks: S_ _rano’s p_ _form_nce
Answer: OPERA
7A clue: Bad thing to go up without a paddle
Answer: CREEK
8A clue: Assistant
Answer: AIDE
9A clue: Toilet paper layer
Answer: PLY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: “For real!,” in popular slang
Answer: NOCAP
2D clue: When Tax Day is
Answer: APRIL
3D clue: Requiring a lot of attention
Answer: NEEDY
4D clue: Indigenous people of Canada
Answer: CREE
5D clue: Beast also known as a “grunting ox”
Answer: YAK
How to play more Mini Crosswords
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