NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for June 9

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 Sunday, June 9, 2024:

Across
– Terrier in “The Wizard of Oz”
• The answer is **Toto**.
– TV alternative to “live”
• The answer is **taped**.
– Turn topsy-turvy
• The answer is **upend**.
– Tangy
• The answer is **tart**.
– Team ___ (Olympians in red, white, and blue)
• The answer is **USA**.

Down
– Tiny appetizers at a Spanish bar
• The answer is **tapas**.
– “Tosca” or “La Traviata”
• The answer is **opera**.
– Thing you might have a stake in?
• The answer is **tent**.
– Totally strange
• The answer is **odd**.
– Type of skirt for a ballerina
• The answer is **tutu**.