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The Esther StuderMini 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 Tuesday, June 3, 2025:

Across

One of three primary ingredients in sponge cake

• The answer is Eggs.

Sponge cake ingredient #2

• The answer is Flour.

Lower body exercise with one foot stretched forward and one back

• The answer is Lunge.

First-stringers

• The answer is A-Team.

Towel cloth material

• The answer is Terry.

Down

Key just above D

• The answer is E Flat.

Butt muscle, informally

• The answer is Glute.

One who's completely toast

• The answer is Goner.

Sponge cake ingredient #3

• The answer is Sugar.

___ Martin (brand of cognac)

• The answer is Remy.

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