Answers to today’s New York Times simple crossword January 16

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Sometimes I get kicked out Now the simple crossword Answers that are more than one word. Since the grid doesn’t include a space, I sometimes look at a bunch of letters that don’t spell a single word, and it takes me a minute to figure it out. In today’s puzzle, 4-Down was like this. My mind kept wanting to turn it into an “essay” until I realized that there was an implied space between the fourth and fifth letters. Duh. Need some help with today’s mini crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and tips for the daily solver, check out our tips for mini crossword puzzles.

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Let’s find out the mini crossword clues and answers.

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NYT Mini Crossword Puzzle Completed January 16, 2025.

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Mini cross clues and answers

1Idea: Put a square on a wall calendar, or something fun you might put on a calendar
The answer: history

5 Evidence: Social ___
The answer: the media

6 Evidence: Little things that chemists have studied
The answer: atoms

7 Evidence: Only one of the Seven Dwarves is without a beard
Answer: Dobby

8A Clue: Over the top, in colloquial form
Answer: extra

Mini down clues and answers

Idea 1D: A period of abstinence from unhealthy substances
The answer: detox

2D Guide: Take it as your own
The answer: accreditation

3D idea: The function in the watch app
Answer: timer

4D Idea: A class you might take to boost your GPA
The answer: easily

5D Guide: Like a bed with the covers neatly placed in place
The answer: made

How to play more mini crosswords

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