NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for July 18, 2025

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 Friday, July 18, 2025:

Across

Appropriate word that can precede 7-/8-Across and 3-/10-Down

• The answer is Half.

Remy's brother in "Ratatouille"

• The answer is Emile.

Missouri's postal abbreviation

• The answer is MO.

Light switch position

• The answer is On.

Done for laughs

• The answer is In fun.

Richard of "Pretty Woman"

• The answer is Gere.

Down

Prefix that means 1-Across

• The answer is Half.

In the midst of

• The answer is Among.

Super Bowl that featured a 28-3 comeback win by the Patriots

• The answer is LI.

Baker's powder

• The answer is Flour

Dated feminine suffix

• The answer is Enne.

Iron, on the periodic table

• The answer is Fe.

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