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LA Times Mini Crossword Clues & Answers
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Hatha yoga is a traditional form of yoga that focuses on physical postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama) to promote physical and mental well-being. The blank "___ yoga" in the clue refers to this widely known yoga practice, making HATHA the correct answer.
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The 2002 financial scandal involving ENRON refers to the energy company's infamous collapse due to fraudulent accounting practices. ENRON misrepresented profits and hid debts, leading to bankruptcy and significant reforms in corporate regulation, like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. This makes ENRON the clear answer to the clue.
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Mohamed Salah, a globally renowned soccer star, was born in Nagrig, Egypt, on June 15, 1992. He is often celebrated as one of Egypt's greatest athletes, making EGYPT the correct answer to identify his birthplace in the clue.
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The clue "Gimlet-making needs" refers to ingredients for a gimlet cocktail, which traditionally includes lime juice. LIMES are essential in creating the distinctive tart flavor of the drink, making them a correct and fitting answer.
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The clue "Run-down" suggests something deteriorated, shabby, or in poor condition. The word SEEDY fits this description, as it often refers to places or things that are shabby, neglected, or disreputable—perfectly matching the idea of being "run-down."
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The solution "HEELS" fits the clue "Elevating footwear" because high heels are a type of shoe designed to elevate the wearer by raising the heel significantly above the toes, thus adding height and giving an elegant appearance. The clue directly describes their function.
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The answer is ANGIE because Angie Harmon is the actress who portrayed Jane Rizzoli, one of the lead characters, in the TV series "Rizzoli & Isles". The clue directly references her by both her role and last name, making the connection clear.
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The clue “Let’s hear it” in quotes indicates a spoken phrase. “Try me” is commonly said when someone invites challenge, testing, or proof of something. It fits the context of “Let’s hear it,” suggesting openness or readiness to respond or demonstrate.
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The clue "Had great expectations" refers to a past state of having optimistic or high hopes for something. "HOPED" fits because it is the past tense of "hope," which means to desire or expect something positive to happen, aligning perfectly with the clue's meaning.
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The answer "ANTSY" fits because it describes being restless or fidgety, which aligns with "unable to sit still." The word evokes the image of ants, which are constantly moving, reinforcing a state of unease or restlessness. Its informal tone also matches the casual phrasing of the clue.
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Today’s LA Times Mini Crossword Highlights
This Thursday Mini is a tidy, midweek solve: mostly clean, everyday fill (LIMES, HEELS, SEEDY) with a few bite-sized hurdles like HATHA, ANGIE, and the idiomatic TRYME that reward either niche knowledge or phrase parsing. Quick, satisfying, and just tricky enough to hold interest without slowing the pace.
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