Answers to today’s New York Times Simple Crossword October 31

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Happy Halloween! Today’s New York Times mini crossword has the word “BOO!” In a box on the last line of the grid. This isn’t just a Halloween tribute, it’s part of the answer that spans both 9-Across and 10-Across, so read the answers for both those with a “boo” in the middle to solve it. Then, puzzle makers use the word “BOO!” Again, to help answer 3-Down. Read on for all the answers, with added shoutouts. And if you could use some tips and tricks for your everyday solution, check out our site Simple crossword tips.

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Let’s get to those simple crossword clues and answers.

Mini cross clues and answers

1 clue: Buffalo hockey player
Answer: Saber

6 Clue: “I’ll get ___” (recurring customer request)
The answer: normal

7 Evidence: Contents of the volcano
Answer: magma

8A Idea: Adapting to a new environment
The answer: adaptation

Evidence 9A: With 10-Across, the last car on the train
Answer: California

10 Proof: See 9 trans
Answer: S

(The “Boo!” shown in the grid helps form the word CABOOSE)

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: “Poison” bush.
Answer: Sumac

2D Guide: Carney ___
Answer: asada

Three-dimensional evidence: an imaginary reason for fear
The answer: very

(The “Boo!” shown in the grid helps form the word BUGABOO)

4D Guide: Available alternatives for stairs
Answer: slopes

5D idea: Be extremely happy
Answer: Eilat