Quick tips for the NYT Mini Crossword

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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for June 2, 2025.

Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: Film by the Coen brothers set almost entirely in Minnesota (not North Dakota)
Answer: FARGO

6A clue: Phrase that's tough to translate, maybe
Answer: IDIOM

7A clue: Skirts often worn with pointe shoes
Answer: TUTUS

8A clue: Was in front
Answer: LED

9A clue: Org. now checking for Real IDs
Answer: TSA

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