NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 2, 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.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunday, March 2, 2025:

Across

Role for Timothée Chalamet in "A Complete Unknown"

• The answer is Dylan.

Makeup for the cheeks

• The answer is Rouge.

"Well, shucks!"

• The answer is Aw gee.

Serious devotee

• The answer is Fiend.

Appropriate rhyme for "stressed," for students

• The answer is Test.

Down

Unfortunate status for an email you meant to send last week

• The answer is Draft.

"Gadzooks, that hurt!"

• The answer is Yowie.

Winter Olympics sleds

• The answer is Luges.

Writer's representative

• The answer is Agent.

Have to have

• The answer is Need.

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