The NYT Mini Crossword for March 13 is here. This bite-sized puzzle is particularly fun as it’s a blend of straightforward and slightly tricky clues. It is designed to be completed faster than its larger counterpart. Today’s puzzle, dated March 13, brings a mix of clever clues and satisfying answers that are sure to keep solvers entertained.

For those in need of a nudge, here are hints, answers, clues, and more for today’s crossword.

All NYT Mini Crossword hints for March 13 including The Slightest Bit

From a dating reference to petty parts of the arguments, the NYT Mini Crossword for March 13 ensures something for everyone. One of the standout clues is “The slightest bit,” which challenges solvers to think outside the box. Other intriguing hints include “Like a crossword clue about crossword clues” and “First ones might be awkward.”

Here are all the hints:

ACROSS

• 1A The slightest bit
• 5A Like a crossword clue about crossword clues
• 6A Sports shocker … with a hint to the circled letters
• 7A Sign of life
• 8A Small arguments

DOWN

• 1D Make excited
• 2D Automaker with a Cybertruck
• 3D “This is ___” (disclaimer accompanying an alarm)
• 4D First ones might be awkward
• 6D FedEx competitor

What are NYT Mini Crossword’s answers for today, March 13?

Now, major spoiler alert, players are warned before moving forward as mentioned below are NYT Mini Crossword’s answer for March 13, 2025: 

ACROSS

• 1A – ATAD
• 5A – META
• 6A – UPSET
• 7A – PULSE 
• 8A – SPATS

DOWN

• 1D – AMPUP 
• 2D – TESLA 
• 3D – ATEST
• 4D – DATES 
• 6D – UPS

Now that today’s puzzle is over, here are some skills players could brush up on to solve the puzzle faster. For example, a strong vocabulary is essential, as many clues rely on word meanings and synonyms. Another is general knowledge, which plays a major role.