NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 12 (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 Monday, June 12, 2024:

Across

Sharply turns one way ...

• The answer is zigs.

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Wing it on stage

• The answer is adlib.

Cloth for covering cuts

• The answer is gauze.

One of 500 in a ream of paper

• The answer is sheet.

Things calculated at casinos

• The answer is odds.

Down

... then turns the other way

• The answer is zags.

State ID?

• The answer is Idaho.

Like those who can't pull their eyes away from the TV

• The answer is glued.

Evaluated, with "up"

• The answer is sized.

Things placed at casinos

• The answer is bets.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Mini Crossword.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Mini Crossword.