If you’re a fan of the New York Times Mini Crossword, today’s puzzle for October 9, 2024, was packed with clever clues. Whether you breezed through it or got stuck on a tricky hint, here are the clues and answers to help you out!
Mini Across Clues and Answers
- 1A Clue: Synonym for “close”
Answer: SHUT - 5A Clue: Actor’s workshop assignment
Answer: SCENE - 6A Clue: Civic maker
Answer: HONDA - 7A Clue: ___ sanctum (private chamber)
Answer: INNER - 8A Clue: Synonym for “close”
Answer: NEAR
Mini Down Clues and Answers
- 1D Clue: Pastry often served with tea
Answer: SCONE - 2D Clue: Temporary reddish dye
Answer: HENNA - 3D Clue: Far from over?
Answer: UNDER - 4D Clue: Droplet of sorrow
Answer: TEAR - 5D Clue: Vulnerable body part in soccer
Answer: SHIN
Wrap-Up
This edition of the NYT Mini Crossword had some fun wordplay, like the double usage of “close” for SHUT and NEAR. We hope these clues and answers helped you complete the puzzle or confirm your guesses. Keep coming back for daily crossword tips and solutions!
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