Puzzle Overview
Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? It helps to know a bit about a certain popular country song if you want to answer 5-Down. Read on if you need help solving the puzzle today.
The Mini Crossword is a nice break from the tougher puzzles, and it takes only a fraction of the time of the vaunted, regular New York Times Crossword puzzle.
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Across Clues
1A clue: Old-fashioned business? Answer: BAR
4A clue: Start of a tennis point Answer: SERVE
6A clue: Basic bagel variety Answer: PLAIN
7A clue: Like the most famous Hollywood celebrities Answer: ALIST
8A clue: “Hoo-boy!” Answer: MAN
Down Clues
1D clue: It’s in your head Answer: BRAIN
2D clue: Car rental option Answer: AVIS
3D clue: Monthly expense Answer: RENT
4D clue: Many a call from an unknown number Answer: SPAM
5D clue: ___ Langley, singer with the 2026 #1 hit “Choosin’ Texas” Answer: ELLA
