Across 5 Answer Grid
Solving Tips & Context
Understanding the Clue: "U.S. state capital that rhymes with 9-Across"
This appears to be a definition-style clue. The answer is typically a synonym or direct definition of the clue text.
Answer Pattern: The answer "PIERRE" has 6 letters. Longer answers like this often contain multiple words or represent phrases, titles, or proper nouns.
Note: This answer appears to be an abbreviation or acronym. These are common in crosswords and often indicated by abbreviations in the clue.
Crossword Strategy: When solving NYT MINI puzzles, remember that: The NYT Mini focuses on accessible, everyday words. Clues are usually straightforward with minimal wordplay.