The New York Times Mini Crossword for today, October 20th, featured a mix of straightforward and slightly deceptive clues. Here’s a breakdown of the answers, categorized by across and down:
Across Clues & Answers
- 1A: Sound from a mouse – CLICK
- 6A: Many-headed serpent killed by Hercules – HYDRA
- 7A: View from a cruise ship window – OCEAN
- 8A: “See ya later!” – PEACE
- 9A: Animal whose antlers can grow up to an inch per day – ELK
Down Clues & Answers
- 1D: Dice, e.g. – CHOP
- 2D: French for “high school” – LYCEE
- 3D: 10 out of 10 – IDEAL
- 4D: Sound from a bat – CRACK
For those seeking assistance with other NYT puzzles, including Wordle, Strands, and Connections, additional hints and solutions can be found on CNET’s dedicated puzzle page.
These daily puzzles are a light yet engaging mental exercise for many, offering a quick dose of wordplay and problem-solving.
