NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 13, 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. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Thursday, March 13, 2025: Across The slightest bit The answer is ATad. Like a crossword clue about crossword clues The answer is Meta. Sports shocker … with a hint to the circled letters The answer is Upset. Sign of life The answer is Pulse. Small arguments The answer is Spats. Down Make excited The answer is AmpUp. Automaker with a Cybertruck The answer is Tesla. "This is ___" (disclaimer accompanying an alarm) The answer is ATest. First ones might be awkward The answer is Dates. FedEx competitor The answer is UPS. If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more. Featured Video For You The Wordle Strategy used by the New York Times' Head of Games Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands. Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.