NYT Mini Crossword Answers
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Across
1. Man's best friend
DOG
Explanation: Common phrase referring to dogs
4. Feline pet
CAT
Explanation: Household cat
5. Flying mammal
BAT
Explanation: Animal that flies and echolocates
6. Rodent
RAT
Explanation: Small mammal, often found in cities
Down
1. Morning moisture
DEW
Explanation: Water droplets on grass in the morning
2. Big bird
OSTRICH
Explanation: Largest living bird species
3. Pig sound
GRUNT
Explanation: Noise made by pigs
Past Answers
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