The New York Times Mini Crossword for today, February 28th, featured a slightly longer-than-usual puzzle with several three-letter answers. Here’s a complete breakdown of the clues and solutions for those who need a helping hand.
Across Clues and Answers
- 1A: Rock’s ___ Leppard – DEF
- 4A: Cry a river – SOB
- 7A: Clean Air Act org. – EPA
- 8A: Org. that pays the Bills? – NFL
- 9A: Nintendo console with motion sensors – WII
- 10A: ___-quoted (frequently said) – OFT
- 11A: With 13-Across, narrow gap between the underside of a house and the ground – CRAWL
- 13A: See 11-Across – SPACE
- 14A: Young lady – GAL
- 15A: Ooh and ___ – AAH
- 17A: Sports org. for Scottie Scheffler – PGA
- 18A: “Hey, just an F.Y.I. …,” informally – PSA
- 19A: When doubled, nickname for singer Swift – TAY
- 20A: Socially timid – SHY
Down Clues and Answers
- 1D: Morning moisture – DEW
- 2D: “Game of Thrones” or Homer’s “Odyssey” – EPICSAGA
- 3D: Good sportsmanship – FAIRPLAY
- 4D: White mountain toppers – SNOWCAPS
- 5D: Unrestrained, as a dog at a park – OFFLEASH
- 6D: Sandwich that might be served “triple-decker” – BLT
- 12D: Common battery type – AA
- 14D: Chat___ – GPT
Today’s Mini Crossword, as is common for Saturdays, was a bit more challenging, requiring precise thinking with its mix of common and less-obvious words. If you’re seeking solutions for other NYT puzzles, including Wordle, Strands, or Connections, you can find additional hints on CNET’s dedicated page.
