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.

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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 Wednesday, June 26, 2024:

Across

It "puts you there where things are hollow," in a David Bowie hit

• The answer is Fame.

What QR codes at restaurants lead to

• The answer is elite.

Top of the top

• The answer is menus.

Subject of a marathoner's P.R.

• The answer is time.

Log chopper

• The answer is axe.

Down

___ Felicis, potion in the Harry Potter books known as "Liquid Luck"

• The answer is Felix.

Japanese cartoon genre

• The answer is anime.

Zoom call button

• The answer is mute.

Suffix with Senegal or Sudan

• The answer is ese.

Parent company of Facebook

• The answer is Meta.

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