Today’s Mini Crossword Answers and Hints – March 20, 2026

Looking for the answers to today’s New York Times Mini Crossword? Here are the clues and solutions for the March 20, 2026 puzzle, along with a breakdown of the across and down answers. If you’re also interested in solving other New York Times games, check out CNET’s NYT puzzle hints page for Wordle, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition, and Strands.

Mini Crossword Clues and Answers – March 20, 2026

Across Clues

• 1A: Cable channel that airs March Madness games Answer: TBS
• 4A: Rapper with the 2026 #1 album “The Fall-Off” Answer: JCOLE
• 6A: Review thoroughly, as taxes Answer: AUDIT
• 7A: “Darn it!” Answer: CRAP
• 8A: Annoying things to realize you’ve left in the house Answer: KEYS

Down Clues

• 1D: Yesterday, tomorrow Answer: TODAY
• 2D: Radar screen dots Answer: BLIPS
• 3D: “On your marks … get ___ …” Answer: SET
• 4D: Playing card historically called a knave Answer: JACK
• 5D: Medical success Answer: CURE

Tips for Solving the NYT Mini Crossword

The New York Times Mini Crossword is a quick and engaging puzzle perfect for a daily mental workout. If you find yourself stuck, remember these tips:

• Start with the clues you realize immediately.
• Look for overlapping letters to assist narrow down possibilities.
• Consider common crossword answers and patterns.
• Don’t be afraid to use a hint if you’re truly stumped!

More NYT Games to Enjoy

The New York Times offers a variety of other popular games, including:

• The Crossword: The classic daily crossword puzzle.
• Wordle: Guess the 5-letter word in six tries.
• Connections: Group words that share a common thread.
• Strands: Uncover hidden words and reveal the theme.
• Spelling Bee: How many words can you make with 7 letters?