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Today’s NYT Mini Crossword is pretty easy. 5-Across, “one for whom every day is Boxing Day,” stumped me because I really wanted the answer to have something to do with cats. (Spoiler: It did not.) Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.
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Let’s get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.
The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for May 19, 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Network satirized on “30 Rock,” for shortAnswer: NBC
4A clue: Sport played on horsebackAnswer: POLO
5A clue: One for whom every day is Boxing Day?Answer: MOVED
6A clue: Like correct letters in WordleAnswer: GREEN
7A clue: Blend togetherAnswer: MELD
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: “Invisible Man” or “Little Women”Answer: NOVEL
2D clue: Run in the washAnswer: BLEED
3D clue: What bourbon whiskey is primarily made fromAnswer: CORN
4D clue: Tiny hole in the skinAnswer: PORE
5D clue: Longtime movie studio acquired by Amazon in 2022Answer: MGM
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