Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Sept. 9

Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? It’s a pretty simple one, but I call shenanigans on the spelling of the answer to 5-Down. Feels like there should be extra Es in there. Read on for all the answers.

Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: Gentle, comforting touches
Answer: PATS

 5A clue: Give a call or text, informally
Answer: HITUP

6A clue: Background actor
Answer: EXTRA

7A clue: Avid war advocates
Answer: HAWKS

8A clue: Greek god of love
Answer: EROS

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Studio behind “Coco” and “Cars”
Answer: PIXAR

2D clue: When some late lunches begin
Answer: ATTWO

3D clue: ___ and Caicos
Answer: TURKS

4D clue: Luxury health retreats
Answer: SPAS

5D clue: Snickering laugh
Answer: HEHE

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