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Today’s NYT Mini Crossword wasn’t terribly tough, but I hate when the puzzle connects two clues, like this one does. Don’t tell me that 1-Across is related to 8-Across and 2-Down! This isn’t Connections! Just give me a clue to the answer. Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.
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Let’s get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.
The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for March 5, 2025.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers
1A clue: Moon stage, like 8-Across or 2-Down
Answer: PHASE
6A clue: Comedic actor ___ Baron Cohen
Answer: SACHA
7A clue: Change
Answer: ALTER
8A clue: See 1-Across
Answer: FULL
9A clue: Paper towel layer
Answer: PLY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Educational TV spot, for short
Answer: PSA
2D clue: See 1-Across
Answer: HALF
3D clue: Misbehave … or malfunction
Answer: ACTUP
4D clue: Beachcomber’s keepsake
Answer: SHELL
5D clue: How nervous travelers arrive at the airport
Answer: EARLY
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