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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for March 23, 2026.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers
1A clue: Often-skipped parts of podcasts
Answer: ADS
4A clue: Netherlands city that's home to the International Court of Justice, with "The"
Answer: HAGUE
6A clue: Stopped sleeping
Answer: AWOKE
7A clue: Contents of a bear-shaped bottle
Answer: HONEY
8A clue: ___ Liu, gold medal-winning figure skater at the 2026 Olympics
Answer: ALYSA
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Sheer torment
Answer: AGONY
2D clue: "The ___ of Hazzard"
Answer: DUKES
3D clue: "Catch you later!"
Answer: SEEYA
4D clue: Text reaction button between "👎" and "‼️"
Answer: HAHA
5D clue: Nowhere to be found, for short
Answer: AWOL
