Our Sun Mini Crossword solution guide for January 7, 2025, is here to assist you if you’re having trouble with today’s puzzle. The Sun Mini Crossword is a daily challenge that tests your vocabulary and general knowledge. Known for its tricky clues and clever wordplay, it’s one of the most popular crosswords worldwide. Available both in print and online, it continues to challenge solvers each day.
If you’re stuck on any of the clues for the January 7, 2025 edition, we’ve listed all the clues below along with their answers. You can easily search for a specific clue and find the correct answer, allowing you to solve just the ones you’re struggling with without spoiling the rest of the puzzle.
1A. Choice steak
Hint 1 (Noun)
- A state of intense conflict or disagreement.
- A rivalry or quarrel that can cause discord.
Answer:
Hint 3 (Verb)
- To engage in a bitter conflict or fight.
- To struggle or contend forcefully.
5A. Vatican chapel
Hint 1 (Noun)
- A renowned chapel in Vatican City famous for its breathtaking ceiling paintings.
- A historic religious site central to Catholic ceremonies.
Answer:
Hint 2 (Verb)
- To dedicate or consecrate a sacred space (rare usage).
- To adorn with artistry or decoration.
6A. Sweet-talker
Hint 1 (Noun)
- A person who persuades others with flattery or charm.
- Someone skilled in using words to achieve their goal.
Answer:
Hint 2 (Verb)
- To flatter or seduce someone with persuasive language.
- To speak in a charming or disarming way.
8A. Japanese martial art
Hint 1 (Noun)
- A traditional Japanese discipline focusing on swordsmanship.
- A martial art involving bamboo swords and protective armor.
Answer:
Hint 3 (Verb)
- To engage in structured sword practice or sparring.
- To master the techniques of fencing or swordsmanship.
2D. Gleaming
Hint 1 (Noun)
- A bright or shiny quality that reflects light.
- A visual indication of brilliance or radiance.
Answer:
Hint 3 (Verb)
- To shine with a bright or reflective light.
- To exhibit a polished or radiant appearance.
3D. Negating word
Hint 1 (Noun)
- A term used to indicate denial or refusal.
- A linguistic tool to form negative sentences.
Answer:
Hint 3 (Verb)
- To reject or refuse something outright.
- To nullify, cancel, or counteract.
4D. To be sure, certainly
Hint 1 (Noun)
- An expression of affirmation or agreement.
- A word indicating confirmation or certainty.
Answer:
Hint 3 (Verb)
- To confirm something emphatically or confidently.
- To express certainty or assure someone.
7D. Grain from which pumpernickel is made
Hint 1 (Noun)
- A dark cereal grain often used in hearty breads.
- The primary ingredient in rye bread and pumpernickel.
Answer:
Hint 3 (Verb)
- To sow or harvest this type of grain.
- To grind this grain into flour for bread making.
