The Mini Crossword: A Speed-Running Challenge
The Mini crossword puzzle from The New York Times offers a bite-sized challenge for puzzle enthusiasts. Unlike the longer daily crossword that demands both knowledge and patience, The Mini is designed to be a quick and engaging experience. With only a handful of clues to solve, many players use it as a speed-running test, aiming to complete it as fast as possible.
Navigating through the clues and answers of The Mini can be a satisfying experience, but it can also be frustrating when faced with a tricky clue. To assist players who may find themselves stuck, similar to Wordle and Connections puzzles, we provide the clues and answers for NYT’s The Mini for Thursday, June 5, 2025:
Across
– Church tower topper: Spire
– Boardwalk addition that raises rent to $2000: Hotel
– Plant in the agave family: Yucca
– Informal discussion: Chat
– P.R. buzz: Hype
Down
– Having trouble making friends on the first day of school, say: Shy
– Holder of a baby kangaroo: Pouch
– Like wool sweaters: Itchy
– Sports write-up after a game: Recap
– Make happy: Elate
For more puzzles and games, including Mahjong, Sudoku, and free crosswords, visit Mashable’s games hub. Additionally, if you enjoy NYT Strands, you can find hints and answers for today’s Strands puzzle. If you’re looking for the solution to the latest Mini Crossword, you can find it here.


