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The NYT Mini Crossword brings a new challenge each day, and today's puzzle is no different. Prepare to challenge your word abilities with a new set of clues and solutions. Whether solving is a daily habit or simply a fun mental puzzle, today's puzzle is full of clever clues that will keep the mind active.
Struggling with a clue? Find all the answers below, along with a quick explanation of each.
1A - "Dude! Come on!"
Answer: BRUH
An informal colloquialism to convey anger or incredulity.
5A - San Antonio attraction to "remember"
Answer: ALAMO
A Texas landmark, renowned for the 1836 battle during the Texas Revolution.
6A - Recurring Stallone role
Answer: RAMBO
The action hero character of Sylvester Stallone in a hit movie series.
7A - Stream
Answer: CREEK
A small, narrow stream of water usually in a forest or rural area.
8A - Hudson after whom the Hudson River is named
Answer: HENRY
Henry Hudson, the namesake river explorer, mapped some areas of North America.
1D - Loudly play, as a speaker
Answer: BLARE
To blast sound loud, usually music or announcements.
2D - Dish that might come with a spoon and chopsticks
Answer: RAMEN
A favorite Japanese noodle soup, eaten with a spoon and chopsticks.
3D - Raw ___, color in the Crayola Hall of Fame
Answer: UMBER
Deep brownish-colored, commonly found in paintings and crayons.
4D - Something "played" to avoid class
Answer: HOOKY
Slang term for skipping work or school without authorization.
5D - Eyebrow shape
Answer: ARCH
The rounded shape of an eyebrow, usually shaped or styled for definition.
The NYT Mini Crossword is a brief but satisfying challenge for vocabulary and logic. Each clue is well-written, combining wordplay and general knowledge. Though shorter than the classic NYT Crossword, The Mini provides the same sense of satisfaction with each filled-in clue.
For those looking to sharpen their crossword skills, daily practice is key. Each day brings a mix of easy, tricky, and amusing clues that challenge different areas of knowledge. The Mini Crossword can be solved in minutes, but some clues might require a second look or a creative approach.
Crosswords are more than a source of entertainment, they are an excellent means of exercising the mind. Daily puzzle solving serves to improve vocabulary, pattern recognition, and problem-solving ability. The Mini Crossword provides this experience to everyone, bringing a new puzzle each day.
Whether today's challenge was a breeze or a brain teaser, tomorrow’s Mini will bring another set of clues to crack. Check back daily for more crossword fun!
