Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Jan. 9

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Mini through clues and answers

1 Hint: Question in a late-night text
Solution: YOUUP

6Hint: Abundant
Answer: AMPLE

7A Hint: Saint ___ and Nevis (Caribbean Nation)
Solution: KITT

8 Hint: Baby Carrying Bird
Answer: STORK

9A Hint: Take Care of the Tab
Answer: PAY

Mini-clues and answers

Clue 1D: Himalayan herbivores
Answer: YAKS

2D index: do not include
Answer: OMIT

3D Clue: “High five!” »
Solution: UPTOP

4D Index: The “U” of UV rays
Answer: ULTRA

5D Index: Annoying to deal with
Answer: PESKY

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