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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for April 27, 2025.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers
1A clue: Outdoor spot to people-watch, maybe
Answer: STOOP
6A clue: Big name in health insurance
Answer: AETNA
7A clue: Broadway theater helper
Answer: USHER
8A clue: Easy to understand
Answer: CLEAR
9A clue: When many show up to a job interview
Answer: EARLY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: What "salsa" literally means
Answer: SAUCE
2D clue: Electric car maker since 2003
Answer: TESLA
3D clue: "... in one ear and out the ___"
Answer: OTHER
4D clue: Tatum ___, youngest-ever Oscar winner (at age 10, for Best Supporting Actress)
Answer: ONEAL
5D clue: Defensive maneuver in fencing
Answer: PARRY
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