The New York Times Mini Crossword for December 22nd has been solved. Here’s a breakdown of the clues and answers for those looking to check their work or get unstuck:
Across Clues & Answers
- 1A: Greeting from Kermit the Frog – HIHO
- 5A: Apt name for a baby born around Christmas – CAROL
- 6A: Body part that might be sprained or rolled – ANKLE
- 7A: Apt name for a baby born around Christmas – NOEL
- 8A: Unlikely to leave a mess – TIDY
Down Clues & Answers
- 1D: Vietnam’s capital city – HANOI
- 2D: Irritated – IRKED
- 3D: Apt name for a baby born around Christmas – HOLLY
- 4D: Cry at a bullfight – OLE
- 5D: “I ___ even!” (modern complaint) – CANT
This Mini Crossword, like many daily puzzles, offers a quick mental exercise. The theme centers around Christmas-related names, adding a seasonal touch to the wordplay.
For those who enjoy a range of NYT puzzles, additional solutions can be found for Wordle, Strands, and Connections on CNET’s puzzle page.
