NYT Mini Crossword answers, hints and clues for February 18, 2025

The NYT Mini crossword is a compact yet engaging version of The New York Times’ renowned daily crossword. Unlike the full-length puzzle, which demands patience and a broad knowledge base, The Mini is designed for quick thinking and speed.

With just a few clues, players often race against the clock to complete it in record time.

However, some clues can prove tricky, momentarily halting even the most seasoned crossword solvers.


If you find yourself struggling with today’s puzzle, here are the NYT Mini crossword hints and answers for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, to help you stay on track.

Hints for NYT Mini Crossword – Across Clues

For those who prefer a nudge in the right direction before checking the final answers, here are some helpful hints for today’s across clues, as mentioned in a report by Forbes:

• 1 Across: Urban green space – HINT: It starts with the letter P
• 5 Across: Place to store computer files – HINT: It ends with the letter E
• 6 Across: "Inside Out" girl – HINT: It starts with the letter R
• 7 Across: The "E" of E.M.T.: Abbr. – HINT: It ends with the letter R
• 8 Across: Word that can follow 1- and 5-Across to make locales for cars – HINT: It starts with the letter W

Hints for NYT Mini Crossword – Down Clues

• 1 Down: ___ donna – HINT: It ends with the letter A
• 2 Down: Alvin of dance – HINT: It starts with the letter A
• 3 Down: One going cross-country in a camper, for short – HINT: It ends with the letter R
• 4 Down: Escape room item – HINT: It starts with the letter K
• 5 Down: Played a round of Pictionary – HINT: It ends with the letter W

If you are still finding it difficult, the answers to today’s puzzle are listed below.

NYT Mini Crossword Answers – February 18, 2025

Across Answers:

• 1 Across: Urban green space – PARK
• 5 Across: Place to store computer files – DRIVE
• 6 Across: "Inside Out" girl – RILEY
• 7 Across: The "E" of E.M.T.: Abbr. – EMER
• 8 Across: Word that can follow 1- and 5-Across to make locales for cars – WAY

Down Answers:

• 1 Down: ___ donna – PRIMA
• 2 Down: Alvin of dance – AILEY
• 3 Down: One going cross-country in a camper, for short – RVER
• 4 Down: Escape room item – KEY
• 5 Down: Played a round of Pictionary – DREW

FAQs:

Does the NYT Mini have a theme?

The main crossword puzzles often include a theme, with specific clues and circled letters playing a role in it. In contrast, Mini crosswords generally do not follow a thematic pattern.

Is NYT mini crossword no longer free?

If your subscription does not include access to Games, you can still play the daily Mini Crossword for free.