Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for May 20
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Today's NYT Mini Crossword is a fun one, and now I'm singing the song from 1-Across in my head. Need some help with today's Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.
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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for May 20, 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: "Pink ___ Club" (Chappell Roan hit)
Answer: PONY
5A clue: Instrument that might be made with a comb and wax paper
Answer: KAZOO
6A clue: How bedtime stories are often read
Answer: ALOUD
7A clue: On edge
Answer: TENSE
8A clue: Short Instagram video
Answer: REEL
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Less colorful
Answer: PALER
2D clue: Layer of the upper atmosphere
Answer: OZONE
3D clue: Totally pointless
Answer: NOUSE
4D clue: Hit a high note in a high place, perhaps
Answer: YODEL
5D clue: Kit ___ bar
Answer: KAT
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