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 22, 2024:
Across
Ailment that sounds like a past-tense verb
The answer is Flu.
Oozes slowly
The answer is Seeps.
Cheese named for an English village
The answer is Cheddar.
Disappointing firework
The answer is Dud.
Principal on "Abbott Elementary"
The answer is Ava.
Cheese named for an English village
The answer is Stilton.
Mean, mocking smile
The answer is Sneer.
Deity
The answer is God.
Down
"No ___ the animals" (zoo sign)
The answer is Feeding.
Took charge of
The answer is Led.
All caught up on the latest
The answer is Updated.
Closes
The answer is Shuts.
Section of a music store, maybe
The answer is CDs.
Took charge of
The answer is Ran.
One born in late July, astrologically
The answer is Leo.
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