NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 1

Stuck on any of the clues? We have the answers you need.
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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 1, 2024:

Across

Exactly right

  • The answer is Dead on.

Jenna who plays Wednesday Addams on TV's "Wednesday"

  • The answer is Ortega.

Stick in a Bloody Mary

  • The answer is Celery.

Bonobos, e.g.

  • The answer is Apes.

Something for a wizard or a T.S.A. agent

  • The answer is Wand.

Not running late

  • The answer is On time.

Cutlery for cutting

  • The answer is Knives.

Leave a union

  • The answer is Secede.

Down

Nurse's workmate, informally

  • The answer is Doc.

Poet's "before"

  • The answer is Ere.

It covers about one-fifth of the earth's surface

  • The answer is Atlantic.

Trip down the rabbit hole on a subject

  • The answer is Deep dive.

Fearsome fairy tale monster

  • The answer is Ogre.

"No" votes

  • The answer is Nays.

Pans in Chinese cooking

  • The answer is Woks.

Diarist Frank

  • The answer is Anne.

Size above small: Abbr.

  • The answer is Med.

Suffix with Japan or Vietnam

  • The answer is Ese.

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