NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 12, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Wednesday, March 12, 2025:

Across

Drops on a putting green, say

Change that a Spaniard or German might request?

Beat handily, in slang

Annoying, as a younger sibling

Blue expanse

Down

Pulls a fast one on

Clear, as a blackboard

Speaker of the line “You know, no other factory in the world mixes its chocolate by waterfall”

Paranormal gift, for short

Blue expanse

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.