The New York Times Mini Crossword for March 22, 2025, is now available, and for many enthusiasts, it presents a delightful challenge that’s all about quick thinking and wits.
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times’ revered daily crossword, offering players a shorter yet equally engaging experience. Designed for those who enjoy a quick cerebral workout, it provides a gauge of both knowledge and speed. Today's puzzle is no exception, featuring a set of clues that integrate varied topics and themes. Below are the clues along with their corresponding answers.
Across Clues and Answers:
- 1A - Auction offer → BID
- 4A - Side of a diamond → FACET
- 6A - School subject that anagrams to "A GARBLE" → ALGEBRA
- 8A - Apple laptop → MACBOOK
- 9A - U.S. city with 71 streets named "Peachtree" → ATLANTA
- 10A - Wikipedia.org and weather.com, for example → SITES
- 11A - Higher ed degree → PHD
Down Clues and Answers:
- 1D - One way to reseal tortilla chips → BAGCLIP
- 2D - Athlete's frigid recovery treatment → ICEBATH
- 3D - Prepared to eat, as a fish → DEBONED
- 4D - Shoes without heels → FLATS
- 5D - Brings (out) → TROTS
- 6D - Physicians' group (abbr.) → AMA
- 7D - Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar ___ Cardi B → AKA
As players embark on the puzzle, they may find great enjoyment in tackling these clues swiftly. Whether it's diving into a round of choice music trivia or brushing up on mathematics, every hint opens doors to collective knowledge and fun. The NYT Games section, which also features other puzzles like Wordle and Connections, continues to engage a passionate audience, consolidating its reputation as a go-to platform for intellectual entertainment.
For those interested in playing today’s Mini Crossword, it is available free of charge on the New York Times website as well as in their mobile app. The day’s offerings not only keep the mind sharp but also connect gamers to a broader community of puzzle enthusiasts.
In a world where everyone is looking for a brief mental escape amid their daily routines, The Mini remains a cheerful part of many people’s days, proving that puzzles, no matter their size, weave countless threads of intrigue and enjoyment into our lives.
