The Mini is a bite-sized model of The New York Occasions‘ revered day by day crossword. Whereas the crossword is a lengthier expertise that requires each information and endurance to finish, The Mini is a wholly completely different vibe.

With solely a handful of clues to reply, the day by day puzzle doubles as a speed-running check for a lot of who play it.

So, when a tough clue disrupts a participant’s move, it may be irritating! If you end up stumped taking part in The Mini — very similar to with Wordle and Connections — we have now you coated.

Mashable High Tales

Listed below are the clues and solutions to NYT’s The Mini for Tuesday, March 17, 2026:

Throughout

One drawing X’s and O’s

Firm whose market cap (~$4 trillion) exceeds the G.D.P. of most nations

“Chill!”

Do some rhythmic tapping

Again speak

Down

What is the deal?

“The Phantom of the ___”

Wonderful grade

Sandpipers dig for them within the sand

Evil spell

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Are you additionally taking part in NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you are after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.

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