NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for March 18

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 kontrol 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 Monday, March 18, 2024:

Across

What a bolt icon indicates on a phone camera

Able to move easily and gracefully

See eye to eye

Big unit of cheese

Exercise that you might try to get in daily

Down

Imperfections

Subject of a revolutionary 1905 paper from Albert Einstein

“… sitting in ___, K-I-S-S-I-N-G”

Mindless followers

Tough shoes to run in