Complete solutions for every Across and Down clue in today's New York Times Mini Crossword.
| 1 | Classical instrument in the Guinness logo | HARP |
| 5 | Covered in vines | IVIED |
| 7 | 8-Across competitor, in the soda aisle | PEPSI |
| 8 | 7-Across competitor, in the soda aisle | COKE |
| 9 | Owner of The Athletic, for short | NYT |
| 1 | Cool and in the know | HIP |
| 2 | French for "with" | AVEC |
| 3 | Ruthlessly make fun of | RIPON |
| 4 | Annoying, like mosquitoes | PESKY |
| 6 | Plan born from many a New Year's resolution | DIET |
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