Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sept. 16

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Today’s cross mini-words are playing funny city names in various states. I knew two, but 8-across perplexed me until I finish the clues below. Need help? Read the rest. And if you could use advice and advice for daily resolution, see our mini crossword advice.
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The mini-puzzle of NYT crosswords completed for September 16, 2025.
Mini through clues and answers
1a index: wrestling, like a ride
Answer: Hitch
6a index: where Moscow (pop. 25,435) can be found in the United States
Answer: Idaho
7a index: where Paris (pop. 24 476) is in the United States
Answer: Texas
8a index: where Belgrade (pop. 3,250) and Stockholm (pop. 250) can be found in the United States
Answer: Maine
9a index: Letters after kays
Answer: ELS
Mini clues and responses
1D index: “I will have another card” in blackjack
Answer: Hitme
2D index: optimal
Answer: Ideal
3D index: some airport walks
Answer: Taxis
4D index: Jackie of Martial Arts Films
Answer: Chan
5D index: garden watering assistance
Answer: pipe



