Struggling with the NYT Mini Crossword for June 29, 2025? Our guide is here to help! The New York Times Mini Crossword is a bite-sized version of the classic daily puzzle—quick to solve but just as rewarding. Perfect for word enthusiasts who want a fun challenge without the time commitment of a full-sized crossword, it’s available both in print and online for solvers of all skill levels.
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1A Word before “flaw” or “Attraction” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Attraction (noun)
- The ability to spark interest or draw attention; the charm or appeal of something
- A performer or feature that pulls in a large audience
Answer:
[spoiler]FATAL[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Word (noun)
- The holy expression of God; Jesus as the physical embodiment of God’s message in Christian belief
- Information or news about important recent happenings
6A Pickle liquid NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Liquid (adjective)
- Melted or transformed from a solid into a fluid state
- Shiny, transparent, or glowing in appearance
Answer:
[spoiler]BRINE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Liquid (noun)
- A physical state of matter where a substance flows easily, resists compression, and stays together without spreading out
- A type of speech sound, like ‘l’ or ‘r’, that flows smoothly without friction and isn’t a nasal sound
7A Horseshoe-shaped Greek letter NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Horseshoe (noun)
- A U-shaped metal plate fastened to the bottom of a horse’s hoof
- A metal ring, usually made of iron, used in the game of horseshoes
Answer:
[spoiler]OMEGA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Horseshoe (verb)
- To fit a horse with one or more horseshoes
8A Literary theme NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Literary (adjective)
- Suited to formal writing or literature rather than casual or everyday language
- Well-versed or educated in literature
Answer:
[spoiler]MOTIF[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Theme (noun)
- In music, the main melody or musical idea in a composition
- A written essay, often assigned as part of schoolwork
9A Like a stereotypical frat dude, in slang NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Stereotypical (adjective)
- Lacking uniqueness, creativity, or originality; predictable and conventional
Answer:
[spoiler]BROEY[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Slang (verb)
- To trick or deceive someone
- To insult or speak to someone using rude or offensive language
1D Irresponsible thing to “drop” around small children, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Irresponsible (adjective)
- Showing a lack of concern for the results or consequences of actions
Answer:
[spoiler]FBOMB[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Perhaps (adverb)
- Possibly or by chance; indicating uncertainty or likelihood
2D Cover of knight? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Knight (noun)
- A chess piece shaped like a horse’s head that moves in an L-shaped pattern: two squares in one direction and then one square perpendicular
- Historically, a nobleman trained in combat and chivalry; in modern Britain, someone granted a title of honor by the monarch for notable service or achievement
Answer:
[spoiler]ARMOR[/spoiler]
3D Link with NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Link (noun)
- A two-way radio or microwave communication setup that functions as part of a larger telecommunication system
- A device or element used to join or connect things together
Answer:
[spoiler]TIETO[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Link (verb)
- To establish a logical or cause-and-effect relationship
- To join, unite, or connect two or more things
4D The “you” in the Rolling Stones lyric “Don’t you weep / All your kisses still taste sweet” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Rolling (noun)
- A long, continuous sound, like thunder or the ringing of large bells
- The act of moving something by causing it to turn on wheels
Answer:
[spoiler]ANGIE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Rolling (adjective)
- Spoken or pronounced with a trill or vibrating sound
5D Full of foliage NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Foliage (noun)
- A decorative element in architecture designed to resemble leaves
- The leaves of a plant, which are responsible for photosynthesis and transpiration
Answer:
[spoiler]LEAFY[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Full (verb)
- To grow or expand in phase (as in the moon becoming full)
- To cleanse and thicken fabric by beating or processing
