If you’re anything like me, your weekend isn’t complete without indulging in the New York Times Mini Crossword. It’s a delightful ritual for many, helping to start the day on a fun note. So, whether you’re new to this or a seasoned pro, let’s delve into the clues and solutions for today’s Mini Crossword on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
This Mini version is a compact, more accessible sibling to the famous full-sized NYT Crossword. While the larger puzzle often requires a subscription to The New York Times, the Mini is free to play, making it an attractive option for anyone looking to squeeze in some wordplay. The crossword can be tackled either on the web or through the app, making it convenient for on-the-go puzzlers.
Ready to dive in? Let’s not delay! Here are the hints for today’s clues, organized into Across and Down, followed by the answers for those who want to avoid spoilers.
Hints for NYT's The Mini Crossword on Saturday, March 22, 2025
Across Hints:
1 Across: Auction offer — Hint: It starts with the letter "B"
4 Across: Side of a diamond — Hint: It ends with the letter "T"
6 Across: School subject that anagrams to A GARBLE, fittingly — Hint: It starts with the letter "A"
8 Across: Apple laptop — Hint: It ends with the letter "K"
9 Across: U.S. city that's home to 71 streets with "Peachtree" in their names — Hint: It starts with the letter "A"
10 Across: Wikipedia.org and weather.com — Hint: It ends with the letter "S"
11 Across: Higher ed degree — Hint: It starts with the letter "P"
Down Hints:
1 Down: One way of resealing tortilla chips — Hint: It ends with the letter "P"
2 Down: Athlete's frigid recovery treatment — Hint: It starts with the letter "I"
3 Down: Prepared to eat, as a fish — Hint: It ends with the letter "D"
4 Down: Shoes without heels — Hint: It starts with the letter "F"
5 Down: Brings (out) — Hint: It ends with the letter "S"
6 Down: Physicians' grp. — Hint: It starts with the letter "A"
7 Down: Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar ___ Cardi B — Hint: It ends with the letter "A"
Answers to NYT's The Mini Crossword for Saturday, March 22, 2025
Now, for those who are eager to see how they did, here are the answers to today’s clues grouped by Across and Down:
Across Answers:
- 1 Across: Bid
- 4 Across: Facet
- 6 Across: Algebra
- 8 Across: MacBook
- 9 Across: Atlanta
- 10 Across: Sites
- 11 Across: PhD
Down Answers:
- 1 Down: Bagclip
- 2 Down: Icebath
- 3 Down: Deboned
- 4 Down: Flats
- 5 Down: Trots
- 6 Down: AMA
- 7 Down: AKA
An interesting observation made by the author is that solving today’s crossword was surprisingly easy, clocking in at just 1 minute and 46 seconds. They noted, “This was actually surprisingly easy and I was able to finish in 1:46. I didn’t know everything, but I got most of the ACROSS words pretty fact, except for FACET which eluded me at first.” This mix of confidence and challenge is what makes working through a crossword so engaging.
Did you manage to complete today’s Mini? Share your experience on social media or let us know how you fared. Getting through the NYT Mini Crossword not only sharpens your mind but can also give you a great sense of accomplishment!
Join the community of other crossword enthusiasts and keep sharpening your skills. Whether you’re a veteran puzzler or just starting out, there’s always room to grow in the art of wordplay!
