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.
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"
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The answer is Veto.
Members of Russia's largest ethnic minority
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The answer is Tatars.
Genre for a date night movie, perhaps
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The answer is Romance.
Mischief-maker
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The answer is Imp.
"You're ___ best!"
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The answer is The.
Vacation spent on a mountain
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The answer is Ski trip.
Tiny headphone
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The answer is Earbud.
One of sixteen playing in the Sweet Sixteen
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The answer is Team.
Down
Someone who really sucks?
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The answer is Vampire.
Flight tracker's prediction, for short
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The answer is ETA.
Hissy fit
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The answer is Tantrum.
Flower that can mimic a female insect to attract males for pollination
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The answer is Orchid.
The onetime celebrity couple of Cruise and Holmes, in tabloids
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The answer is TomKat.
Ooze
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The answer is Seep.
React to yeast
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The answer is Rise.
"Still undecided," on schedules: Abbr.
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The answer is TBA.
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