The Mini is a smaller variant of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. Although the complete crossword provides a more extensive challenge that demands both knowledge and perseverance, The Mini offers an alternative experience.

With only a limited number of clues to tackle, the daily puzzle acts as a speed challenge for numerous players.

Thus, when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be exasperating! If you find yourself ensnared in The Mini — akin to Wordle and Connections — we have answers for you.

Here are the clues and solutions to NYT’s The Mini for Sunday, June 22, 2025:

Across

Man’s name featuring the same two vowels as BOAT, appropriately

• The answer is Noah.

Watch in one go, as a TV series

• The answer is Binge.

Mammal that uses rocks to break open sea urchins

• The answer is Otter.

Publicist’s worry

• The answer is Brand.

Selects, with “for”

• The answer is Opts.

Down

Like certain cold brew coffee

• The answer is Nitro.

How beer could be served

• The answer is On tap.

One contributing to sealing the deal

• The answer is Agent.

Herds of buffalo

• The answer is Herds.

___ the Drag Queen, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” champion who participated in “The Traitors”

• The answer is Bob.

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