Complete solutions for every Across and Down clue in today's New York Times Mini Crossword.
| 1 | "In summary …," in internet shorthand | TLDR |
| 5 | ___ Valley (French wine area) | LOIRE |
| 6 | With 7-Across, aspirational state to achieve in one's work email | INBOX |
| 7 | See 6-Across | ZERO |
| 8 | "Right away!" | ASAP |
| 1 | Sounds before going to voicemail | TONES |
| 2 | Zodiac sign in early autumn | LIBRA |
| 3 | Sag | DROOP |
| 4 | Pet name on a par with Fido and Rover | REX |
| 5 | Actress/singer Minnelli | LIZA |
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