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 Thursday, June 11, 2026:
Across
Kindergarten basics
The answer is ABCS.
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Santa's "present" for naughty kids
The answer is Coal.
With 2-Down, body parts that are a spoonerism of "bunny phones"
The answer is Funny.
Cookie with blue-and-white packaging
The answer is Oreo.
Acid's opposite
The answer is Base.
Down
High-end division of Honda
The answer is Acura.
See 6-Across
The answer is Bones.
Something to paddle across a lake
The answer is Canoe.
Sneaky
The answer is Sly.
Electronic key
The answer is Fob.
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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.
