Complete solutions for every Across and Down clue in today's New York Times Mini Crossword.
| 1 | Hairstyle for Jimi Hendrix | AFRO |
| 5 | Snow-clearing vehicle | PLOW |
| 6 | Headwear for a monarch | CROWN |
| 7 | Car part that can be "popped" | HOOD |
| 8 | Iconic film character with a fedora hat, familiarly | INDY |
| 1 | Chef's garment | APRON |
| 2 | Biblical phenomenon caused by 40 days of rain | FLOOD |
| 3 | Obstreperous | ROWDY |
| 4 | "Mind your ___ beeswax!" | OWN |
| 6 | Invisible life force, in Chinese philosophy | CHI |
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