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 20, 2026:
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The "I" of TGIF
The answer is Its.
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"Psych!"
The answer is Not.
Batman villain played by Aaron Eckhart in "The Dark Knight"
The answer is Two Face.
Repressive governments
The answer is Regimes.
Folding art
The answer is Origami
Opposite direction of NNW
The answer is SSE
Streaming issue caused by slow wi-fi
The answer is Lag
Raggedy ___ (doll)
The answer is Ann
Down
Icebreakers, e.g.
The answer is Intros.
"The Two ___" (second installment of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy)
The answer is Towers.
Cigar, informally
The answer is Stogie.
Presidential candidate Harris
The answer is Kamala.
2026 #1 album for Drake
The answer is Iceman.
Word after "interior" or "intelligent"
The answer is Design.
Kind of tree that the Buddha is said to have meditated under
The answer is Fig.
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