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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Nov. 9, 2025.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Croat or Bulgarian
Answer: SLAV
5A clue: No-___ Texas Hold’em (poker variety)
Answer: LIMIT
7A clue: Proof you weren’t part of the crime, say
Answer: ALIBI
8A clue: Roll around in the morning?
Answer: BAGEL
9A clue: Purchase price
Answer: COST
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Thick piece of concrete
Answer: SLAB
2D clue: Light purple
Answer: LILAC
3D clue: Ol’ buddy ol’ pal
Answer: AMIGO
4D clue: Has good chemistry (with)
Answer: VIBES
6D clue: Lean to one side
Answer: TILT
