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I’m writing about today’s New York Times Mini Crossword while tolerating some 4 Across, or, the stereotypical weather in the Pacific Northwest. And I also have a cat in this room whose nickname is 9 Across, though she wasn’t named for anything relating to British politics. Today’s puzzle was a pretty easy one, I thought. But 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.
The complated NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Dec. 23, 2024.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Character who’s blue in the face?
Answer: SMURF
6A clue: Mideast country that juts out from Saudi Arabia
Answer: QATAR
7A clue: Loosen, as a knot
Answer: UNTIE
8A clue: Author’s negotiator
Answer: AGENT
9A clue: Labourite’s rival, in British politics
Answer: TORY
Mini down clues and answers
1A clue: What catchers do behind home plate … or an adjective that might describe their physique
Answer: SQUAT
2A clue: Tropical fruit in a sweet salsa
Answer: MANGO
3A clue: Say aloud
Answer: UTTER
4A clue: Like stereotypical weather in the Pacific Northwest
Answer: RAINY
5A clue: Bar on a guitar’s neck
Answer: FRET
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