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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for July 1, 2026.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: “Down, doggy!”
Answer: SIT
4A clue: When doubled, kid’s term for a train
Answer: CHOO
5A clue: Tunisia, Haiti, Ecuador, Uruguay, Norway
Answer: THEUN
6A clue: Wriggly swimmers
Answer: EELS
7A clue: Niners, Falcons, Lions
Answer: NFL
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Beachcomber’s find
Answer: SHELL
2D clue: Debtor’s notes
Answer: IOUS
3D clue: 2,000 pounds
Answer: TON
4D clue: Professional who might win a James Beard award
Answer: CHEF
5D clue: Lionel Messi’s jersey number
Answer: TEN
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