NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 29, 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.
Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, March 1, 2025:
Across
Chocolate/marshmallow sandwich
The answer is Smore.
Weighed down (with)
The answer is Laden.
Birthday cake inserts
The answer is Candles.
First U.S. state alphabetically
The answer is Alabama.
0%
The answer is Not a bit.
Free-for-all fight
The answer is Melee.
Puts on the market
The answer is Ash.
Down
Winding ski races
The answer is Slaloms.
Herbivore seen off Florida shores
The answer is Manatee.
Strange person
The answer is Oddball.
Give another name
The answer is Relabel.
Bowser and King Boo, in the Mario games
The answer is Enemies.
Container on the pantry shelf
The answer is Can.
Took a chair
The answer is Sat.
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