Complete solutions for every Across and Down clue in today's New York Times Mini Crossword.
| 1 | Nature's marshmallow holder | STICK |
| 6 | ___ Thompson, longest-tenured cast member in "S.N.L." history | KENAN |
| 7 | "My turn!" | ILLGO |
| 8 | Snow/rain combo | SLEET |
| 9 | Messy home for pigs | STY |
| 1 | Tackles a double-black diamond, perhaps | SKIS |
| 2 | Poker player's giveaways | TELLS |
| 3 | Small bay | INLET |
| 4 | Giving evasive answers | CAGEY |
| 5 | Shape for a shoelace or pretzel | KNOT |
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