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The New York Times Crossword Puzzle is legendary. But if you don't have that much time, the Mini Crossword is an entertaining substitute. The Mini Crossword is much easier than the old-school NYT Crossword, and you probably can complete it in a couple of minutes. But if you're stuck, 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.
The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Oct. 14, 2024.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers
1A
clue:
Ancient
sailors
used
them
to
navigate
Answer:
STARS
6A
clue:
One
traveling
at
the
speed
of
flight?
Answer:
PILOT
7A
clue:
Basketball
stadium,
e.g.
Answer:
ARENA
8A
clue:
Dallasite
or
Houstonian
Answer:
TEXAN
9A
clue:
Grains
you'd
rather
not
eat?
Answer:
SAND
Mini down clues and answers
1D
clue:
Little
fight
Answer:
SPAT
2D
clue:
Rubber
rings
Answer:
TIRES
3D
clue:
Amazon
device
voice
Answer:
ALEXA
4D
clue:
Actress
Saoirse
of
"Lady
Bird"
and
"Little
Women"
Answer:
RONAN
5D
clue:
Spot
for
witness
testimony
Answer:
STAND
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