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 23, 2025:

Across

Measure of a country's economic health: Abbr.

• The answer is GDP.

Indicator of a dog's mood

• The answer is Tail.

What "x" can mean

• The answer is Times.

Spots

• The answer is Sees.

Source of revenue for podcasters

• The answer is Ads.

Down

Part of the 5-Across with Wordle and Strands

• The answer is Games.

Runs out of battery

• The answer is Dies.

Opposite of "ty," in texts

• The answer is PLS.

Like shoelaces

• The answer is Tied.

Reason to remove a laptop from your backpack, for short

• The answer is TSA.

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