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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Oct. 13, 2025.

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Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: Door handle
Answer: KNOB

5A clue: Talking about your ex on a first date, e.g.
Answer: NONO

6A clue: Like some minds, martinis and money
Answer: DIRTY

7A clue: Should that be the case ..."
Answer: IFSO

8A clue: Profound
Answer: DEEP

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Butter ___
Answer: KNIFE

2D clue: Like the god Tyr, for whom Tuesday is named
Answer: NORSE

3D clue: Winning
Answer: ONTOP

4D clue: Reason for blue decorations at a baby shower, perhaps
Answer: BOY

6D clue: Accomplished
Answer: DID