NYT Crossword March 3 2026 Answers (3/3/26)

We have all of the answers to the NYT Crossword puzzle for March 3 2026 to help you finish it up!

Our NYT Crossword March 3, 2026 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily puzzle that tests solvers’ knowledge and vocabulary. It’s one of the most popular crosswords in the world, known for its challenging clues and clever wordplay. The puzzle is published in the print edition of The New York Times and is also available online.

NYT Crossword March 3, 2026 Answers

If you need help solving the NYT Crossword on 3/3/26, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need. You can search for the clue and then select the appropriate clue to get the answer. We have done it this way so that if you’re just looking for a handful of clues, you won’t spoil other ones you’re working on!

Looking for answers to another NYT Crossword puzzle? Check out our archive of NYT Crossword Answers. Our NYT Crossword Hints for March 3, 2026 are also available if you prefer not to be immediately spoiled.

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# Clue
1A Garam ___ (South Asian spice blend)
7A Historic tree in Boston Common
10A Stinging, as an odor
15A Notices
16A Not worth a ___
17A He-Man's superheroine twin sister
18A Intentionally cause drama
20A Classical Indian stringed instrument
21A Painting and sculpture
22A Actor McKellen who played Magneto
23A "Don't you agree with me?," informally
25A "Come to our rescue!"
26A Learn all the latest info
28A Image problem?
30A "Say it ___ so!"
31A Is awesome, in slang
33A Online connection
34A Tie-dyed bit of attire, often
37A "Before we discuss other matters ..." or a hint to the starts of 18-, 26-, 47- and 60-Across
42A Word after photo or covert
43A Regrets
44A Defeats going away
45A Cheeky attitude
46A Southern cornbread
47A Promgoers' luxurious rides
53A Kind of oil extracted from hemp, for short
56A "They already left"
57A Scorching
58A Black bits in cookies and cream
59A Beneath
60A Present for an expectant mom or bride-to-be
63A Brother's daughter
64A Caller of balls and strikes
65A Person with mainstream likes, pejoratively
66A Residents of Edinburgh and Glasgow
67A "The Tell-Tale Heart" author
68A Sounds from baby robins
1D Flat-topped hills
2D Houston ballplayer
3D Raps freestyle, in slang
4D Broadcasts
5D Allow to
6D Less rosy-cheeked
7D Channel for collegiate sports fans
8D Where to go in the U.K.?
9D Changing genetically
10D Basketball datum
11D Cricket's call
12D Knot again
13D Absolutely steaming
14D Showed some courage
19D Have a meal
24D Abbey residents
26D Sudden burst of wind
27D Advil targets
29D Vinyl records, familiarly
31D Where to catch a Bay Area flight
32D Stiff upper ___
33D Eldest von Trapp daughter in "The Sound of Music"
34D Genre for wannabe sleuths
35D Winter setting in D.C.
36D Sci-fi space travelers
38D Plot of land
39D Keeps from being publicly known
40D Some natural hairstyles, informally
41D + or - particle
45D Looks slack-jawed (at)
46D Like a cocktail with an extra shot
47D Leaves shocked
48D What accompanies gin and a lime wedge
49D Event with cowboys and clowns
50D Vote into office
51D "With any luck ..."
52D Cut the grass
54D Prove appropriate for
55D Lavishes love (on)
58D Shrek, e.g.
61D Type of medical network, for short
62D Part of a seat assignment

We also recommend trying your hand at the NYT Mini Crossword, which is definitely easier (on all days!) as it is 5×5, compared to the full‑sized New York Times Crossword (which is 15×15, and the Sunday edition is 21×21!). If you want something in between, the NYT Midi Crossword offers between a 9×9 and 11×11 grid with a medium‑level challenge that bridges the gap between the Mini and the full puzzle—making it a great option for players looking to level up. New crosswords are released at 10PM ET on weekdays and 6PM ET on weekends.

The New York Times crossword was first published in The New York Times in 1942 and has been a daily feature ever since. It is known for its high level of difficulty and for its clever, often playful, clues and themes. The puzzles range in size from 15x15 grids on weekdays to larger 21x21 grids on Sundays, with varying levels of difficulty.

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The New York Times crossword is created by a team of skilled puzzle constructors and editors, who work to ensure that each puzzle is both entertaining and challenging for solvers. The puzzles are often themed, with clues and answers related to a particular subject or concept, and they frequently feature wordplay and puns.

NYT Crossword (Main Grid)
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Solving the New York Times crossword has become a beloved pastime for many, and there are even competitions and clubs devoted to crossword puzzle solving. The New York Times crossword is available in print in the newspaper and online, and it has a dedicated following of loyal solvers who eagerly await each day's puzzle.

If you’re still struggling to solve your NYT crosswords, consider practicing with the Eugene Sheffer and Thomas Joseph dailies first. If you’re looking for similarly challenging crosswords, we recommend the WSJ Crossword and LA Times Crossword.

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Christine Mielke

Christine Mielke has been an avid fan of word games and puzzles for over two decades. She loves to unscramble words, challenge herself to crossword puzzles and try out the latest word games. As a published author and database architect, it was natural for her to take her love for all things word games to the next level!

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