Stuck on any puzzle clues? We’ve got the answers you need.
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times’ revered daily crossword. While the crossword requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini offers a different vibe. With only a handful of clues, it acts as a speed-running test for many. When a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating. If you’re stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
Here are the clues and answers to The Mini for Monday, March 23, 2026:
Across
– Often-skipped parts of podcasts: Ads.
– Netherlands city with the International Court of Justice, with “The”: Hague.
– Stopped sleeping: Awoke.
– Contents of a bear-shaped bottle: Honey.
– ___ Liu, gold medal-winning figure skater at the 2026 Olympics: Alysa.
Down
– Sheer torment: Agony.
– “The ___ of Hazzard”: Dukes.
– “Catch you later!”: See Ya.
– Text reaction button between “👎” and “‼️”: Haha.
– Nowhere to be found, for short: Awol.
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Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.