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The Mini is a smaller version of The New York Times’ daily crossword. While the crossword is a longer experience that requires knowledge and patience, The Mini offers a different vibe. With just a few clues to solve, the daily puzzle becomes a speed challenge for many players.
When a tricky clue disrupts your rhythm, it can be frustrating! If you’re stuck playing The Mini, as with Wordle and Connections, we’ve got you covered.
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Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Tuesday, March 10, 2026:
Across Writing that lacks substance: Fluff. Pencil in a cosmetics bag: Liner. ___ acid (building block of proteins): Amino. Partner of services, in economics: Goods. Small criticism: Nit.
Down Warning sign in a relationship, metaphorically: Flag. Fancy prom ride: Limo. SAG-AFTRA, for one: Union. Luxury fashion house headquartered in Rome: Fendi. Ground coating on a cold morning: Frost.
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