NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Review the Across and Down clues from this puzzle, reveal optional hints, then check the completed grid and explanations for every answer.

Mini Crossword

Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Big party
  2. 5.Pricey variety of beef that translates to "Japanese cow"
  3. 6.Unwelcome sound at 7 a.m., perhaps
  4. 7.Really make excited
  5. 8.Get ready (for)

DOWN

  1. 1.Farm machine that bundles hay
  2. 2.Plant used to make mezcal
  3. 3.Pancake topper
  4. 4.Prominent feature of a camel
  5. 5.Bend out of shape, as wood

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Tuesday, June 30, 2026

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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Big party(BASH)
  2. 5.Pricey variety of beef that translates to "Japanese cow"(WAGYU)
  3. 6.Unwelcome sound at 7 a.m., perhaps(ALARM)
  4. 7.Really make excited(REVUP)
  5. 8.Get ready (for)(PREP)

DOWN

  1. 1.Farm machine that bundles hay(BALER)
  2. 2.Plant used to make mezcal(AGAVE)
  3. 3.Pancake topper(SYRUP)
  4. 4.Prominent feature of a camel(HUMP)
  5. 5.Bend out of shape, as wood(WARP)

About the Tuesday, June 30, 2026 NYT Mini

This puzzle has 5 columns, 5 rows, 5 Across clues and 5 Down clues. Use the clue list and blank grid first, then reveal the completed grid only when you need it.

One of today's longest entries is WAGYU, answering “Pricey variety of beef that translates to "Japanese cow".” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.