New York Times Simple Crossword Answers Today October 12

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Mini cross clues and answers

Clue 1: The number 5 may be a wild cross
The answer: the card

Guide 5A: One of two in the standard set
Answer: Joker

6 Evidence: Homer called his oil “liquid gold.”
The answer: olives

7 Evidence: A symbolic flower in Buddhism
Answer: lotus

8A Idea: Bunkers on a golf course
The answer: traps

Mini down clues and answers

Idea 1D: Use crayons, for example
The answer: color

2D idea: Japanese dog breed
Answer: Akita

3D Clue: Really energetic
The answer: renewal

4D Evidence: Clothes that may be strapless
The answer: a dress

5D Evidence: Sudden shock
The answer: a shake