NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 6, 2025

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 Friday, June 6, 2025:

Across

"Oh, for heaven's ___!"

• The answer is Sake.

Ending for "cine" and "multi," in movie theater names

• The answer is Plex.

Pelvic bone

• The answer is Ilium.

"This will ___!" ("Unacceptable!")

• The answer is NotDo.

Excited cry from a kid on the [circled letters]

• The answer is Whee.

Down

What a ballerina might do on one toe

• The answer is Spin.

Permit

• The answer is Allow.

Richards of the Rolling Stones

• The answer is Keith.

Radiate, as energy

• The answer is Exude.

Stooge with a bowl cut

• The answer is Moe.

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