NYT Mini Crossword June 26: Today’s hints, clues, and answers for across and down

The NYT Mini Crossword for June 26 brought a fun and quick puzzle, just like always. If you’re short on time but still want that daily word game fix, this 5x5 grid is the perfect bite-sized challenge. We’ve got all the extra hints and full answers to help you solve it.

NYT Mini Crossword June 26 Across clues and answers

• 1 Across (Wile E. Coyote relies on this company) – ACME
• 5 Across (An engine’s noise) – VROOM
• 6 Across (Desert plant with sweet nectar) – AGAVE
• 7 Across (A try-hard or wannabe) – POSER
• 8 Across (What a ticket gets you) – ENTRY

NYT Mini Crossword June 26 Down clues and answers

• 1 Down (Gas used in light bulbs) – ARGON
• 2 Down (To take it easy at work) – COAST
• 3 Down (Busy mover near month’s end) – MOVER
• 4 Down (Abrasive board at salons) – EMERY
• 5 Down (Use an e-cigarette) – VAPE

It took under a minute to finish this one, but there were a few tricky bits. AGAVE and EMERY might have caused a pause, and “MOVER” could trip up anyone not thinking about end-of-month movers. But overall, it was a fun and fast brain workout. See you tomorrow for the next one!