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Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sept. 20

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Sept. 20.

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The New York Times Crossword Puzzle is legendary. But if you don't have that much time, the Mini Crossword is an entertaining substitute. The Mini Crossword is much easier than the old-school NYT Crossword, and you probably can complete it in a couple of minutes. But if you're stuck, we've got the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.

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NYT Mini Crossword completed puzzle for Sept. 20, 2024.

The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Sept. 20, 2024.

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Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: See who can get there the fastest
Answer: RACE

5A clue: Comic actor Sandler
Answer: ADAM

6A clue: Acronym for a pro-housing movement
Answer: YIMBY

8A clue: Fencing sword
Answer: EPEE

9A clue: Org. that certifies foods as "Organic"
Answer: USDA

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Beam of sunshine
Answer: RAY

2D clue: French goodbye
Answer: ADIEU

3D clue: Places where bug juice is served and color wars are waged
Answer: CAMPS

4D clue: Plant deep (within)
Answer: EMBED

7D clue: Opposite of nay
Answer: YEA

How to play more Mini Crosswords

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