Complete solutions for every Across and Down clue in today's New York Times Mini Crossword.
| 1 | Go across | SPAN |
| 5 | Political staffer | AIDE |
| 6 | "Stand clear of the closing ___, please" (iconic N.Y.C. subway announcement) | DOORS |
| 8 | Hairstyle secured with pins, maybe | UPDO |
| 9 | Greek river of the underworld | STYX |
| 1 | Feeling down | SAD |
| 2 | Devout | PIOUS |
| 3 | Get from the pound | ADOPT |
| 4 | Excelling at trivia, say | NERDY |
| 7 | "Red" or "White" team | SOX |
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