Complete solutions for every Across and Down clue in today's New York Times Mini Crossword.
| 1 | [Guests must provide drinks] | BYOB |
| 5 | "A hearty congratulations!" | BRAVO |
| 6 | ___ and aahed | OOHED |
| 7 | Part of a skyscraper or Snapchat feed | STORY |
| 8 | Goal-scoring attempt | SHOT |
| 1 | Soup base | BROTH |
| 2 | Internet giant with a purple logo | YAHOO |
| 3 | In-your-face | OVERT |
| 4 | Word before "language" or "lotion" | BODY |
| 5 | Person to whom you might say "I'll have it on your desk tomorrow" | BOSS |
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