【Secret Confessions (2025) Spongkey Episode 44】

The Secret Confessions (2025) Spongkey Episode 44Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunday, March 30, 2025:

Across

Four before E

• The answer is ABCD.

Stock market pessimist

• The answer is Bear.

Nick ___, college football great with seven national titles

• The answer is Saban.

Early word for many babies

• The answer is Mama.

Piece of marble

• The answer is Slab.

Down

"Six-pack" found in this puzzle's circled letters

• The answer is Abs.

Smiles proudly

• The answer is Beams.

Shadowy group

• The answer is Cabal.

What messy people love

• The answer is Drama.

Snatch

• The answer is Nab.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!Check out our games hubfor Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Mini Crossword.

(Editor: {typename type="name"/})