Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, July 30

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The 5-Across clue in today's Mini Crossword was easy-peasy for me. I used that app for an absolutely delightful message from Doug Jones of Star Trek and The Shape of Water fame. Read on for the answers if you get stuck. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.

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Let's get to those Mini Crossword clues and answers.

1A clue: Fire-resistant part of a redwood Answer: BARK

5A clue: App featuring personalized videos from celebritiesAnswer: CAMEO

6A clue: Where to find sponges that are always wetAnswer: OCEAN

7A clue: Rousey in the U.F.C. Hall of FameAnswer: RONDA

8A clue: Upturned parts of a canoeAnswer: ENDS

1D clue: Bring home the ___Answer: BACON

2D clue: Change, as a billAnswer: AMEND

3D clue: Passes time at the beach, maybeAnswer: READS

4D clue: Beer brand with the Longboard Island Lager and Big Wave Golden AleAnswer: KONA

5D clue: What planks, Russian twists and mountain climbers help to exerciseAnswer: CORE