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Today's Mini Crossword took me much longer than usual. 6-Across and 5-Down look like the same clue, but note that question mark, which makes one kind of a jokey answer. Need help? 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 to those Mini Crossword clues and answers.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Gaping holeAnswer: CHASM
6A clue: Conversation openerAnswer: HELLO
7A clue: Group of five found in "Julia Roberts" and "Austin Powers"Answer: AEIOU
8A clue: Ben of BroadwayAnswer: PLATT
9A clue: "Keep it down!"Answer: SHH
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: BlokeAnswer: CHAP
2D clue: Inside part of a golf clubAnswer: HEEL
3D clue: A.k.a. nameAnswer: ALIAS
4D clue: Animal that talks comically slowly in "Zootopia"Answer: SLOTH
5D clue: Conversation opener?Answer: MOUTH
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