Complete solutions for every Across and Down clue in today's New York Times Mini Crossword.
| 1 | Type face? | EMOJI |
| 6 | With ___ breath (anxiously waiting) | BATED |
| 7 | Halved | INTWO |
| 8 | Prepare to propose | KNEEL |
| 9 | Certain British noblemen, like the ones of Sandwich | EARLS |
| 1 | Two-wheeler with a motor | EBIKE |
| 2 | Food from the heavens | MANNA |
| 3 | Mammal that enjoys using a muddy riverbank as a slide | OTTER |
| 4 | Prized stone | JEWEL |
| 5 | Prized people | IDOLS |
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