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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Jan. 28, 2026.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Remove from a position of power
Answer: OUST
5A clue: Not cool
Answer: UNHIP
7A clue: “Fine, see if ___!”
Answer: ICARE
8A clue: Kind of bored
Answer: JADED
9A clue: Primatologist’s subjects
Answer: APES
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Kind of board
Answer: OUIJA
2D clue: Prepare to use, as a pen
Answer: UNCAP
3D clue: Desirable place to sit on a hot day
Answer: SHADE
4D clue: Pair on a bicycle
Answer: TIRES
6D clue: ___ Xing (street sign)
Answer: PED
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