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The Semi-dokyumento: Tokkun Meiki DukuriMini 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 Monday, March 25, 2024:

Across

What "rizz," Oxford's 2023 Word of the Year, means

• The answer is Charm.

Vowel group

• The answer is AEIOU.

Kings, queens and jokers

• The answer is Cards.

Providers of oxygen to earth's atmosphere

• The answer is Trees.

"___ all good"

• The answer is It's (without the ').

Down

Desert flora

The answer is Cacti.

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Tin Man's wish in The Wizard of Oz

• The answer is Heart.

Buenos ___, Argentina

• The answer is Aires.

Went on, as a roller coaster

• The answer is Rode.

Tousle, as hair

• The answer is Muss.

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