If you’re anything like me, you know the day isn’t quite finished until you’ve tackled all the free word games offered by the New York Times. Engaging with the daily Connections, Wordle, and Strands puzzles has become a cherished ritual for many of us. And let’s not overlook the NYT’s The Mini Crossword, which also boasts a loyal following. While “The Crossword” is the main attraction for paid subscribers, The Mini has carved out its own niche.
If you’re working on the Mini crossword for Friday, March 14, 2025, and find yourself in need of a little assistance (we’ve all been there), look no further. Below, you’ll find hints and solutions for each clue, categorized into hints for “Across” and “Down” words, followed by the respective answers. Proceed with caution if you wish to avoid spoilers as you read through.
Additional Clues for NYT’s The Mini Crossword on Friday, March 14, 2025
Unlock hints for each word in today’s Mini Crossword puzzle.
**NYT Mini Across Hints**
1 Across: Hydroelectric project — Begins with “D”
4 Across: Piece of the pie — Ends with “E”
6 Across: Concern for a basement apartment — Begins with “L”
7 Across: Noted octet in higher education — Ends with “S”
8 Across: Fur-riend — Begins with “P”
**NYT Mini Down Hints**
1 Down: Piece of the pi? — Ends with “T”
2 Down: Feel the pain — Begins with “A”
3 Down: Team that signed Juan Soto to a record-breaking contract — Ends with “S”
4 Down: Mess (up) — Begins with “S”
5 Down: Like podcasts with a studio audience, say — Ends with “E”
**Answers to NYT’s The Mini Crossword for Friday, March 14, 2025**
For the correct solutions to today’s Mini Crossword, refer below.
**NYT Mini Across Answers**
1 Across: Hydroelectric project — DAM
4 Across: Piece of the pie — SLICE
6 Across: Concern for a basement apartment — LIGHT
7 Across: Noted octet in higher education — IVIES
8 Across: Fur-riend — PET
**NYT Mini Down Answers**
1 Down: Piece of the pi? — DIGIT
2 Down: Feel the pain — ACHE
3 Down: Team that signed Juan Soto to a record-breaking contract — METS
4 Down: Mess (up) — SLIP
5 Down: Like podcasts with a studio audience, say — LIVE
That’s it! How quickly were you able to complete today’s Mini crossword? Stay tuned for more fun games like Connections to enjoy every day.
