The emmanuelle a game of eroticismMini 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 Sunday, May 18, 2025:
Across
Golf shot that's also a piece of computer hardware
The answer is Chip.
Golf shot that's also a piece of computer hardware
The answer is Drive.
Screenwriter Sorkin
The answer is Aaron.
Nonreactive, chemically
The answer is Inert.
"Bye-bye!"
The answer is See ya.
Down
Origami bird
The answer is Crane.
Person added to the staff
The answer is Hiree.
Material used to plate the skin of the Parthenon Athena and the statue of Zeus at Olympia
The answer is Ivory
Five: Prefix
The answer is Penta.
Oktoberfest glass
The answer is Stein.
Speaker's platform
The answer is Dais.
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