Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Dec. 25

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Merry Christmas! The New York Times Mini Crossword dove right into the holiday with two major Christmas words for 1 and 6 Across.  But if you're stuck on any of the clues today, we've got a holiday gift for you -- the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.

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Let's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.

The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Dec. 25, 2024.

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Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: With 6-Across, annual visitor dressed in red
Answer: SANTA

6A clue: See 1-Across
Answer: CLAUS

7A clue: Tale that might you get you off the hook
Answer: ALIBI

8A clue: Harry Potter a.k.a. The Boy Who ___
Answer: LIVED

9A clue: Farm equipment brand
Answer: DEERE

Mini down clues and answers

1A clue: Spill hot cocoa on, say
Answer: SCALD

2A clue: Sports reporter LaForce
Answer: ALLIE

3A clue: Easily duped
Answer: NAIVE

4A clue: Crop that grows underground
Answer: TUBER

5A clue: "All kidding ___ …"
Answer: ASIDE

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