The Watch Avengers: Endgame OnlineMini 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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, March 12, 2025:

Across

Drops on a putting green, say

  • The answer is Dew.

Change that a Spaniard or German might request?

  • The answer is Euros.

Beat handily, in slang

  • The answer is Spank.

Annoying, as a younger sibling

  • The answer is Pesky.

Blue expanse

  • The answer is Sea.

Down

Pulls a fast one on

  • The answer is Dupes.

Clear, as a blackboard

  • The answer is Erase.

Speaker of the line "You know, no other factory in the world mixes its chocolate by waterfall"

  • The answer is Wonka.

Paranormal gift, for short

  • The answer is ESP.

Blue expanse

  • The answer is Sky.

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