As word games continue to evolve with new offerings like Connections and Strands, NYT Mini proves that simplicity still holds great value. Its daily puzzles keep the mind engaged and offer a few minutes of rewarding focus in an otherwise hectic digital routine.

Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? Click here for today's Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.

So, if you're working on today's Mini on Friday, July 18, 2025, and need some help (I've been there), get ready to read the clues and solutions for each line. We have them separated into hints first for both "Across" and "Down" words, followed by "Across Answers" and "Down Answers," so be careful if you want to avoid spoilers as you scroll!