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Need a Little Help? Answers to Today’s New York Times Mini Crossword Released
NEW YORK, NY – Struggling with today’s New York Times Mini Crossword? You’re not alone! The popular bite-sized puzzle appears to be presenting a challenge for solvers. For those seeking a little assistance, CNET has released the answers to the December 9th Mini Crossword.
The completed puzzle solutions are as follows:
- 1A: CHEF (Apt profession for someone named Rosemary or Ginger)
- 5A: BOXUP (Get to go, as leftovers)
- 7A: SUPER (Word that can precede Bowl or Glue)
- 8A: RAGE (Intense anger)
- 9A: STOP (Cut that out!)
- 1D: CBS (Stephen Colbert’s network)
- 2D: HOURS (Noted group of 24)
- 3D: EXPAT (One living abroad, informally)
- 4D: FUEGO (Spanish for fire)
- 6D: PREP (Do some kitchen work)
For more help with the Mini Crossword, as well as hints and answers for Wordle, Strands, and Connections, visit CNET’s NYT puzzle hints page. CNET also offers tips and tricks for improving your Mini Crossword solving skills. Happy puzzling!
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