The New York Times Mini Crossword for January 7th has been solved, with answers provided for both Across and Down clues. The puzzle, as noted by some solvers, included a Gen Z slang term (“NOCAP”) which may not be universally familiar.
Here’s a breakdown of the solutions:
Across Clues and Answers
- 1A: Planning to, informally – GONNA
- 6A: ___ tolls (GPS setting) – AVOID
- 7A: Pulsed quickly, as the heart – RACED
- 8A: Draw an outline of – TRACE
- 9A: Prefix with loop for theoretical high-speed transport – HYPER
Down Clues and Answers
- 1D: Wayne’s sidekick in “Wayne’s World” – GARTH
- 2D: Egg-producing organ – OVARY
- 3D: “I’m serious!,” in slang – NOCAP
- 4D: Sister’s daughter – NIECE
- 5D: Snake that sounds like it would be good at math? – ADDER
The inclusion of contemporary slang highlights a shift in puzzle design toward more culturally relevant terminology. For those seeking assistance with other New York Times games, solutions for Wordle, Connections, and Strands are also available online.
This puzzle, like others in the series, offers a quick daily mental challenge. The answers are now publicly accessible for those who prefer to confirm their solutions or seek guidance.
