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Pretty sneaky, New York Times. You'll notice that today's mini crossword uses the same clue twice. Both 4-Down and 5-Down read, “A 4 x 400m race, for example.” But is the answer the same? Why, of course not. What would be the fun in that? Anyway, 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 17, 2025.
Go through the clues and answers
1A Clue: The owner of a shop called The Bun Also Rises, most likely
Answer: BAKER
6A clue: Type of oil served with bread
Answer: OLIVE
7A clue: Throw the ___
Answer: A cloth
8 Clue: “Good” dinnerware
Answer: CHINA
9A clue: Very fast
Answer: FAST
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Bungle, like plastic surgery
Answer: BOTCH
2D clue: ___ state, nickname for Hawaii
Answer: ALOHA
3D clue: fuzzy fruits or flightless birds
Answer: KIWI
4D term: 4 x 400m race, eg
Answer: EVENT
5D track: 4 x 400m race, e.g
Answer: RELAY
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