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The de-eroticizeMini 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 Tuesday, June 10, 2025:

Across

Displays at a trailhead

• The answer is Maps.

Pulitzer-winning 2024 novel that reimagined "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" from the perspective of Jim

• The answer is James.

Invader in a sci-fi movie

• The answer is Alien

Thin strands

• The answer is Wisps.

'Tude

• The answer is Sass.

Down

One of Michelle Obama's daughters

• The answer is Malia.

A little out of whack

• The answer is Amiss.

Marshmallow treats in Easter baskets

• The answer is Peeps.

I.R.S. IDs

• The answer is SSNS.

1975 film with a 25-foot animatronic shark

• The answer is Jaws.

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