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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for June 3, 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: One of three primary ingredients in sponge cakeAnswer: EGGS
5A clue: Sponge cake ingredient #2Answer: FLOUR
7A clue: Lower body exercise with one foot stretched forward and one backAnswer: LUNGE
8A clue: First-stringersAnswer: ATEAM
9A clue: Towel cloth materialAnswer: TERRY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Key just above DAnswer: EFLAT
2D clue: Butt muscle, informallyAnswer: GLUTE
3D clue: One who’s completely toastAnswer: GONER
4D clue: Sponge cake ingredient #3Answer: SUGAR
6D clue: ___ Martin (brand of cognac)Answer: REMY
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