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The New York Times Mini Crossword was pretty easy today. The only one that stumped me was 5 Across, which asked for a word for a “first-string crew,” and that only stumped me because it could have many meanings. Hint: Think Mr. T and buddies. Anyway, 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 completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Dec. 29, 2024.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Getting closer, so to speak
Answer: WARM
5A clue: First-string crew
Answer: ATEAM
7A clue: ___ journalism, style associated with Hunter S. Thompson
Answer: GONZO
8A clue: Prized “activity” for new parents
Answer: SLEEP
9A clue: Opposite of more
Answer: LESS
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Moves like an excited dog’s tail
Answer: WAGS
2D clue: Ring-shaped reef
Answer: ATOLL
3D clue: Zellweger of “Bridget Jones’s Diary”
Answer: RENEE
4D clue: Puzzles in a children’s coloring book
Answer: MAZES
6D clue: Cleans the floor
Answer: MOPS
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