**The Mini Crossword: Hints and Solutions for March 17, 2025**

[The Mini](https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/mini) represents a streamlined edition of *The New York Times*’ famous daily crossword. While the standard crossword requires time, patience, and extensive knowledge, The Mini provides a faster, more energetic challenge.

With only a handful of clues to decipher, numerous players view it as a test of speed. Nevertheless, encountering a challenging clue can disrupt the rhythm and lead to frustration! If you find yourself stuck on The Mini—just like with [Wordle](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-march-17-2025) or [Connections](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-march-17-2025)—we’re here to assist you.

### **NYT Mini Crossword Solutions for Monday, March 17, 2025**

#### **Across**
– **Signature health policy from the Obama administration, abbreviated** → **ACA**
– **Pitt from “Moneyball”** → **Brad**
– **With 2-Down, U.S. national park exceeding Rhode Island’s size** → **Grand**
– **North African nation with Tripoli as its capital** → **Libya**
– **Rhetorical device** → **Idiom**
– **Oven-cooked ___ (popular barbecue accompaniment)** → **Beans**

#### **Down**
– **Peninsula rich in oil** → **Arabia**
– **Refer to 5-Across** → **Canyon**
– **It follows Wednesday** → **Addams**
– **Guests typically rise for her arrival** → **Bride**
– **Not genuine** → **Glib**

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### **Additional Puzzle Fun**
Are you trying NYT Strands too? [Check out today’s tips and solutions here](https://mashable.com/article/strands-nyt-hint-march-17-2025).

Did you miss yesterday’s Mini Crossword? [Find the answer here](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-mini-crossword-answers-hints-march-16-2025).