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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Oct. 9, 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: 1982 Roald Dahl novel, with “The”Answer: BFG
4A clue: One way to pay for an airline flightAnswer: MILES
6A clue: Without helpAnswer: ALONE
7A clue: Sticky secretion from a pine treeAnswer: RESIN
8A clue: Positive qualityAnswer: ASSET
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Olympic gymnast with five moves named after herAnswer: BILES
2D clue: Dentist’s often-unheeded adviceAnswer: FLOSS
3D clue: “Aladdin” comic reliefAnswer: GENIE
4D clue: Actress RooneyAnswer: MARA
5D clue: Email folderAnswer: SENT
