The Mini Answers NYT - October 07, 2017

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• Helicopter blade Crossword Clue

  Reveal Answer

  ROTOR

• Author of "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" Crossword Clue

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  ANGELOU

• Transport up a slope Crossword Clue

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  SKILIFT

• "I'm such an idiot!" Crossword Clue

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  DOH

• Sneaker type that fully covers the ankle Crossword Clue

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  HIGHTOP

• Looks up restaurant reviews, in modern lingo Crossword Clue

  Reveal Answer

  YELPS

• Distress signal at sea Crossword Clue

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  SOS