NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 29, 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 Sunday, June 29, 2025:

Across

Word before “flaw” or “Attraction”

• The answer is Fatal.

Pickle liquid

• The answer is Brine.

Horseshoe-shaped Greek letter

• The answer is Omega.

Literary theme

• The answer is Motif.

Like a stereotypical frat dude, in slang

• The answer is Broey.

Down

Irresponsible thing to “drop” around small children, perhaps

• The answer is F bomb.

Cover of knight?

• The answer is Armor.

Link with

• The answer is Tie to.

The “you” in the Rolling Stones lyric “Don’t you weep / All your kisses still taste sweet”

• The answer is Angie.

Full of foliage

• The answer is Leafy.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.