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 5, 2026:

Across

Fruity dessert named for its crunch

• The answer is Crisp.

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Beehive product

• The answer is Honey.

Tree whose wood is used to make Fender guitars

• The answer is Alder.

Log ___ (water park ride)

• The answer is Flume.

English county whose name sounds like the 19th and 24th letters of the alphabet

• The answer is Essex.

Down

Rub the wrong way, perhaps

• The answer is Chafe.

Starts a turn in Monopoly

• The answer is Rolls.

Longest river in South Asia (~2,000 miles)

• The answer is Indus.

Ominous note on a failed exam

• The answer is Seeme.

Oven-safe glassware material

• The answer is Pyrex.

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