【Alanis (2017)】

Source：Miracle Information Network Editor：Games Time：2025-06-27 08:35:25

The Alanis (2017)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.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, January 18, 2025:

Across

Worked in Microsoft Word

The answer is Typed.

With 14-Across, comedy writer who takes a road trip with Will Ferrell in a 2024 Netflix documentary

The answer is Harper.

Pseudonyms

The answer is Aliases.

Director Burton

The answer is Tim.

"Oh, there ___ again!"

The answer is I go.

10-legged marine crustacean

The answer is Sea crab.

See 6-Across

The answer is Steele.

Like the firstborn of two children

The answer is Elder.

Down

"___ all there is to it!"

The answer is Thats.

Ivy Leaguers in Connecticut

The answer is Yalies.

Man or mandrill

The answer is Primate.

Org. concerned with clean air and water

The answer is EPA.

Wished for

The answer is Desired.

Lavishly entertain (with)

The answer is Regale.

Not drinking any alcohol

The answer is Sober.

Collectible cartoon image sold at Disney World

The answer is Cel.

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