NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 2, 2026

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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Tuesday, June 2, 2026:

Across

Slangy greeting

Turn down an offer

Banknotes across the Atlantic

Part of pizza that roughly 20% of people don’t eat, according to YouGov polling

Interact with a smartphone screen

Down

Many a Starbucks flavoring

“___, dos, tres, catorce!” (famously inaccurate start to U2’s “Vertigo”)

Tweet, e.g.

Religious offshoot

Overall vibe

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.

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