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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Jan. 9, 2026.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers
1A clue: Question in a late-night text
Answer: YOUUP
6A clue: Plentiful
Answer: AMPLE
7A clue: Saint ___ and Nevis (Caribbean nation)
Answer: KITTS
8A clue: Baby-bringing bird
Answer: STORK
9A clue: Take care of the tab
Answer: PAY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Himalayan herbivores
Answer: YAKS
2D clue: Fail to include
Answer: OMIT
3D clue: “High five!”
Answer: UPTOP
4D clue: The “U” of UV rays
Answer: ULTRA
5D clue: Annoying to deal with
Answer: PESKY
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