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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Feb. 26, 2025.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Gem from an oyster
Answer: PEARL
6A clue: “Cabaret” character who acts as a host to the audience
Answer: EMCEE
7A clue: Counterpart of effect
Answer: CAUSE
8A clue: Toys with tails and ribbons
Answer: KITES
9A clue: Allow to
Answer: LET
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Orville ___, country singer known for wearing a mask in public
Answer: PECK
2D clue: One might get “buried” online
Answer: EMAIL
3D clue: “If you were a triangle, you’d be ___ one!” (corny pickup line)
Answer: ACUTE
4D clue: Change, as a computer password
Answer: RESET
5D clue: Some classic jeans
Answer: LEES
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