New York Times Simple Crossword Answers for Today, Thursday, July 23

Need some help with today’s mini crossword? The answers require you to know a little about everything from chess to bluegrass music. Read on to get all the answers.

Mini cross clues and answers

1 clue: Instrument in the bluegrass classic “Misty Mountain Collapse”
answer: banjo

6 Clue: Clever ___ (wise man)
answer: Alec

7 Clue: Competed in a contest that you lost by flashing
answer: Stare

8A Idea: Strongly disliked
answer: Hated

9 clue: one of eight on the chessboard, or five in the mini crossword
answer: row

Mini down clues and answers

The first evidence: harsh criticism
answer: crush

2D Guide: Where to exchange wedding rings
answer: altar

3D Guide: “Cool Beans!”
answer: Neto

4D Guide: Preppy Clothing Brand
answer: Jecro

5D Guide: Gave the green light
answer: OK

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