NYT Mini Crossword June 27: Today’s hints and answers for all clues

The Mini Crossword from The New York Times is a short daily puzzle, but don’t let the size fool you. Even a 5x5 grid can throw you off with smart clues. The June 27 edition had a beach-themed vibe running through most of its across clues. It was fun and fast but had a few brain teasers along the way.

If you’re someone who tries to beat the clock every morning, getting stuck for even a few seconds can be frustrating. That’s where this quick guide can help.

NYT Mini Crossword Across clues and answers for June 27

• Beach trees – The answer is Palms. A classic sight on tropical shores.
• Beach view – It’s Ocean. What else do you expect to see when you’re staring from the sand?
• Beach keepsake – The answer is Shell. Perfect souvenir from the sea.
• Removed, as wrapping paper – Think about how you tear gifts open. The word is Tore.
• What miso paste is made from – That would be Soy, a key ingredient in Japanese cooking.

These across answers were all smooth once you caught the beach theme. If you caught "Palms" early, the rest likely came easy.

NYT Mini Crossword Down clues and answers for June 27

• Feed fillers – It’s Posts, like the ones you scroll through on social media.
• Sound before a blessing – Say Achoo before someone says “bless you.”
• Cautious – The answer here is Leery, often used to describe a feeling of suspicion or careful hesitation.
• Like seahorses that give birth – This one’s biology-based. The answer is Male, since male seahorses carry and deliver babies.
• Show for Sarah Silverman and Sarah Sherman, for short – The answer is SNL, short for Saturday Night Live.

The down clues were a mix of pop culture and logic, with a few that might stump even regular solvers.