Answers to today’s New York Times simple crossword January 17

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Very sneaky, New York Times. You’ll notice that today’s mini crossword uses the same clue twice. Both the 4-Down and 5-Down read, “4 x 400 meter race, for example” but is the answer the same? Why, of course not. What would be the fun in that? Anyway, if you need some help with today’s mini crossword, read on. And if you could use some tips and tricks for your everyday solution, check out our site Simple crossword tips.

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

Mini cross clues and answers

1 Clue: A shopkeeper named The Bun Rises too, probably
Answer: Baker

6 Idea: A type of oil served with bread
The answer: olives

7 Evidence: Throw in ___
The answer: a towel

8 Guide: “Wonderful” Dishes for a Dinner Party
Answer: China

9A Clue: Very fast
The answer: hasty

Mini down clues and answers

Idea 1D: Bungle, like plastic surgery
Answer: Butch

2D Evidence: ___ State, nickname for Hawaii
Answer: Aloha

3D clue: Mysterious fruits or flightless birds
Answer: Kiwi

4D Guide: 4 x 400 meter race, for example
The answer: the event

5D Guide: 4 x 400 meter race, for example
Answer: relay

How to play more mini crosswords

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