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The Across clues in the NYT Mini Crossword were pretty easy today. I love when that happens, because then it doesn’t matter if I don’t know the Down clues — the letters fill themselves in. Need some more help with today’s Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our general Mini Crossword tips.
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Let’s get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.
The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Jan. 22, 2025.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers1A clue: Material made by melting sand
Answer: GLASS
6A clue: It’s to your left when facing the sunrise
Answer: NORTH
7A clue: One in a cast
Answer: ACTOR
8A clue: Say “This isn’t fair!,” say
Answer: WHINE
9A clue: Look for
Answer: SEEK
Mini down clues and answers1D clue: Chew like a beaver
Answer: GNAW
2D clue: Scottish bodies of water
Answer: LOCHS
3D clue: “The Sopranos” restauranteur
Answer: ARTIE
4D clue: Object slid across a curling rink
Answer: STONE
5D clue: He tells Donkey “Ogres are like onions”
Answer: SHREK
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