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Here are the clues and answers for The Mini crossword from Monday, May 19, 2025:

Across

– Network referenced in “30 Rock,” for short
Answer: NBC

– Sport played while on horseback
Answer: Polo

– One for whom each day feels like Boxing Day?
Answer: Mover

– Like correct guesses in Wordle
Answer: Green

– Combine thoroughly
Answer: Meld

Down

– “Invisible Man” or “Little Women”
Answer: Novel

– Run in the wash
Answer: Bleed

– Primary ingredient in bourbon whiskey
Answer: Corn

– Minute opening in the skin
Answer: Pore

– Historic film studio bought by Amazon in 2022
Answer: MGM

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