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The Complete NYT Mini Crossword for January 9, 2025.
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1A clue: The translation of this English word is “wicked” in Latin
Answer: LEFT
5A clue: A brief role for a big star
Answer: CAMEO
6 Clue: A Muppet with a pet worm named Slimy
Answer: OSCAR
7A term: Specifics, slang
Answer: DEETS
8A clue: The playground responded to “I'm not!”
Answer: ARESO
Mini down clues and answers
1D term: high-tech beam
Answer: LASER
2D term: host with microphone
Answer: EMCEE
3D clue: extraordinary achievements
Answer: VARIOUS
4D trace: where most of the body's organs are located
Answer: TORSO
5D clue: Musical finale
Answer: CODA
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