【Perfume And Murder (2021) Hindi Short Film】

The Perfume And Murder (2021) Hindi Short FilmMini 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 Saturday, June 21, 2025:

Across

Feeling extremely happy

• The answer is Joyful.

Wake from sleep

• The answer is Arouse.

Brand of cinnamon-flavored chewing gum

• The answer is Big Red.

Talk and talk and talk

• The answer is Gab.

Bengal, colt or dolphin

• The answer is Animal.

TV show ending

• The answer is Finale.

Rook, to a chess newbie

• The answer is Castle.

Down

Quick boxing punch

• The answer is Jab.

Beginnings

• The answer is Origins.

Where you might strike a pose?

• The answer is Yoga mat.

Nickname for a fuzzy cat

• The answer is Furball.

One of many for white vinegar

• The answer is Use.

Was winning

• The answer is Led.

The Bengals, Colts and Dolphins play in it: Abbr

• The answer is AFC.

___ DaCosta, director of 2023's "The Marvels"

• The answer is Nia.

Harper who wrote "To Kill a Mockingbird"

• The answer is Lee.

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