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I usually hate it when a crossword offers a clue whose only clue is something like “partner of 1 Across”. Look, editors, if I haven't answered 1 Across yet, there's no way I'll get the new answer now. But in NOW Mini Crossword today, the two paired answers, 1 across and 1 down, were pretty easy. However, if you need help with today's Mini Crossword, read on. And if you could use some tips and guidance for day-to-day solving, check out ours Mini Crossword Hints.
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Let's get to those mini crossword clues and answers.
Completed NYT mini crossword for January 14, 2025.
Go through the clues and answers
1A term: “Vertically challenged”
Answer: SHORT
6 Clue: “I am ___, hear me roar!”
Answer: WOMAN
7A clue: Vote for office
Answer: CHOICE
8 Clue: Like a daring haircut or piercing
Answer: EDGY
9A term: Org. which might make you take your laptop out of your suitcase
Answer: TSA
Mini down clues and answers
1D term: Partner of 1-Across
Answer: SWEET
2D trace: Half nelson and cobra clutch, in wrestling
Answer: HOLD
3D Trace: The lowest ranking member of the wolf pack
Answer: ALPHA
4D term: Risqué
Answer: RACY
5D Trace: An explosive originally used as a yellow dye
Answer: TNT
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