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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for May 31, 2026.
1A clue: Ends of dress shirt sleeves Answer: CUFFS
6A clue: Month when the N.B.A. and N.H.L. playoffs start, typically Answer: APRIL
7A clue: Pilfered Answer: STOLE
8A clue: Played (with) Answer: TOYED
9A clue: "Well, isn't that the ___ calling the kettle black!" Answer: POT
1D clue: Performers in a play Answer: CAST
2D clue: "Gimme five!" Answer: UPTOP
3D clue: Soft serve alternative, familiarly Answer: FROYO
4D clue: Boneless steakhouse order Answer: FILET
5D clue: Winter ride Answer: SLED