Last Updated on 18 February, 2025
The NYT Mini Crossword represents a brief rapid edition of the New York Times daily crossword challenge.
The Mini version operates differently from the larger version which evaluates players on knowledge retrieval and crosswords completion ability the Mini focuses exclusively on efficiency and conciseness.
Because it contains only a few clues this small puzzle provides quick solutions great for portable puzzle solvers despite its deceiving simplicity.
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Clues & Answers (Monday, February 18, 2025)
The “Across” crossword clues are usually numbered from left to right, so solve your daily crossword grid carefully.
At completion? Use the ACROSS hints and solutions for today’s puzzle below to fill in the blanks.
Across Clues and Answers for Today’s Puzzle
1 Across: Urban green space – PARK
5 Across: Place to store computer files – DRIVE
6 Across: Inside Out girl – RILEY
7 Across: The “E” of E.M.T.: Abbr. – EMER
8 Across: Word that can follow 1- and 5-Across to make locales for cars – WAY
DOWN Clues and Answers for Today’s Puzzle
Contrarily, “down” crossword clues are usually numbered from top to bottom. One vertical clue at a time, finish your grid using the DOWN clues and solutions for today’s puzzle below.
1 Down: ___ donna – PRIMA
2 Down: Alvin of dance – AILEY
3 Down: One going cross-country in a camper, for short – RVER
4 Down: Escape room item – KEY
5 Down: Played a round of Pictionary – DREW
Why Players Love the Mini Crossword
- Speed & Accessibility: Solve it in minutes—ideal for commutes or quick breaks!
- Brain Boost: Sharpen vocabulary and trivia skills without the time commitment.
- Daily Challenge: Like Wordle or Connections, it’s a fun, daily ritual for puzzle fans.
Pro Tips for Faster Solving
- Use crossword patterns (e.g., short vowel-heavy words like “OSAGE”).
- Tackle fill-in-the-blank clues first (e.g., “___ having”).
- Double-check intersecting letters to avoid errors.
Play the Mini Crossword daily on the NYT Games site and challenge your friends to beat your time!
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