**The Mini Crossword: A Quick and Enjoyable Puzzle Experience**
[The Mini](https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/mini) is a smaller edition of *The New York Times*’ renowned daily crossword. While the complete crossword presents a more elaborate challenge that requires both knowledge and time, The Mini offers a breezier, quicker amusement.
With only a handful of clues to tackle, The Mini has won over fans who relish the opportunity to hone their speed-solving abilities. Yet, stumbling upon a challenging clue can swiftly disrupt your flow, resulting in exasperation. If you happen to get stuck — similar to your experience with [Wordle](https://mashable.com/article/wordle-today-answer-january-17-2025) or [Connections](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-january-17-2025) — there’s no need to fret; we have your back.
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### Clues and Answers for NYT’s The Mini (Saturday, January 18, 2025)
#### **Across**
– **Worked in Microsoft Word**
Answer: **Typed**
– **With 14-Across, comedy writer who joins Will Ferrell on a road trip in a 2024 Netflix documentary**
Answer: **Harper**
– **Pseudonyms**
Answer: **Aliases**
– **Director Burton**
Answer: **Tim**
– **”Oh, there ___ again!”**
Answer: **I go**
– **10-legged marine crustacean**
Answer: **Sea crab**
– **See 6-Across**
Answer: **Steele**
– **Like the firstborn of two children**
Answer: **Elder**
#### **Down**
– **”___ all there is to it!”**
Answer: **Thats**
– **Ivy Leaguers in Connecticut**
Answer: **Yalies**
– **Man or mandrill**
Answer: **Primate**
– **Org. focused on clean air and water**
Answer: **EPA**
– **Wished for**
Answer: **Desired**
– **Lavishly entertain (with)**
Answer: **Regale**
– **Not consuming any alcohol**
Answer: **Sober**
– **Collectible cartoon image sold at Disney World**
Answer: **Cel**
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### Featured Video: Wordle Strategy Tips
Looking to enhance your Wordle skills? Check out the featured video below where the New York Times’ Head of Games reveals their strategies.
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### Bonus: Additional Puzzle Enjoyment
Are you also engaged with NYT Strands? [Find hints and answers for today’s Strands here](https://mashable.com/article/strands-nyt-hint-january-17-2025).
Missed a day? [Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-mini-crossword-answers-hints-january-17-2025).
Happy puzzling!