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The NYT Mini Crossword puzzle completed for March 10, 2026.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini through clues and answers
1A clue: writing that lacks substance
Solution: FLUFF
6A clue: a pencil in a makeup bag
Solution: LINER
7A clue: ___ acid (building block of proteins)
Answer: AMINO
8A clue: Service partner, in economics
Solution: GOODS
9A hint: Little review
Answer: NIT
Mini-clues and answers
Clue 1D: Warning sign in a relationship, metaphorically
Answer: FLAG
Clue 2D: A Prom Ride
Solution: LIMO
3D Index: SAG-AFTRA, for example
Answer: UNION
4D Index: a luxury fashion house headquartered in Rome
Solution: FENDI
Clue 5D: Flooring on a Cold Morning
Answer: FREEZE