Every day, after completing my tasks, I indulge in the free word games provided by the New York Times. From Connections to Wordle and Strands, working on these puzzles has become a ritual for many. And of course, The Mini Crossword can’t be forgotten either.
While The New York Times is renowned for its larger paid subscriber crossword puzzle, The Mini has garnered quite a fan following as well. Unlike some other games that reset at midnight, The Mini resets at 10 p.m.
For those tackling today’s Mini Crossword on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, seeking some assistance, we have the clues and solutions broken down for you. Hints for both “Across” and “Down” words are provided first, followed by the corresponding “Answers,” so proceed with caution if you wish to avoid spoilers.
Diving into the clues for NYT’s The Mini Crossword on Tuesday, March 24, 2026:
Across:
1. Apple computers — Hint: Starts with the letter “M”
5. Colorful parrot with a long tail — Hint: Starts with the letter “M”
6. Enticing scent — Hint: Ends with the letter “A”
7. Dangerous lure song — Hint: Starts with the letter “S”
8. “Barbie” character whose job is “beach” — Hint: Ends with the letter “N”
Down:
1. Singing sister in the Osmond family — Hint: Ends with the letter “E”
2. Future oak tree, perhaps — Hint: Starts with the letter “A”
3. Attended — Hint: Ends with the letter “E”
4. Goodbye performance song — Hint: Ends with the letter “N”
5. Conceal — Hint: Starts with the letter “M”
And there you have it – the answers to today’s Mini Crossword puzzle. Enjoy the challenge and satisfaction that comes with solving these word games.
Peace Nero is a writer and blogger who loves to explore different topics of self-development. She shares her personal experiences in order to help people discover their true purpose in life.