The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.
With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.
So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, June 14, 2025:
Across
Research org. that once employed Dr. Fauci
The answer is NIH.
Conflict ended on 11/11/1918, for short
The answer is WWI.
Garment with an underwire
The answer is Bra.
___ Solo of "Star Wars"
The answer is Han.
Verify the truth of
The answer is Confirm.
Student's request while preparing for a test
The answer is Quiz me.
Music player at a '50s-style diner
The answer is Jukebox.
"All good to go!"
The answer is A OK.
Prefix meaning "bird" or "flight"
The answer is Avi.
By way of
The answer is Via.
Actor Cage, to fans
The answer is Nic.
Flecks from a campfire
The answer is Ash.
Nat ___ (TV channel)
The answer is Geo.
Down
"Saturday Night Live" network
The answer is NBC.
The Haudenosaunee Confederacy, by another name
The answer is Iroquois.
Eight-day Jewish holiday
The answer is Hanukkah.
Sensationally successful, in older slang
The answer is Whiz bang.
"Full Metal Jacket" or "Saving Private Ryan"
The answer is War movie.
Where Baja California is, as opposed to California
The answer is In Mexico.
"Fee, ___, foe, fum"
The answer is Fie.
Coding language with a coffee cup logo
The answer is Java.
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