The Mini 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.
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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 Saturday, May 18, 2024:
Across
Presidential “no”
Members of Russia’s largest ethnic minority
Genre for a date night movie, perhaps
Mischief-maker
“You’re ___ best!”
Vacation spent on a mountain
Tiny headphone
One of sixteen playing in the Sweet Sixteen
Down
Someone who really sucks?
Flight tracker’s prediction, for short
Hissy fit
Flower that can mimic a female insect to attract males for pollination
The onetime celebrity couple of Cruise and Holmes, in tabloids
Ooze
React to yeast
“Still undecided,” on schedules: Abbr.
Topics
Gaming
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