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 Saturday, March 8, 2025:
Across
One-for-one trades
Subway stop
With 11-Across, gathering that’s typically attended every five years
Patchett who wrote “Bel Canto”
In addition
See 8-Across
Place to testify in court
The “S” of iOS: Abbr.
Down
Mick Jagger’s band, familiarly, with “the”
Crunchy bits in a brownie, maybe
Georgia’s capital, for short
Dessert containers that inspired the Frisbee
Words repeated before “I got you” in James Brown’s “I Got You”
Evil lion in “The Lion King”
Fluorescent shade
Dissenting vote
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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.
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