Are you struggling to complete today’s New York Times Mini Crossword puzzle? Look no further! We’re here to help you out with the answers and any hints you may need to get you back on track.

The Puzzle

The Mini Crossword is a daily puzzle that appears online and in the New York Times newspaper. It’s a smaller version of the classic crossword, with 15×15 squares and 50 answers. The puzzle is designed to be completed quickly and provides a fun challenge for those who love crosswords.

Today’s Puzzle

Here’s the puzzle for today, July 18:

Across

1. Flower (5)
2. Historical figure (4)
3. Feline sound (3)
4. Small bird (4)
5. Tree with edible seeds (5)
6. Computer input (4)
7. Fruit (3)
8. Body part (4)
9. Fish tank feature (4)
10. Ancient Egyptian God (5)

Down

1. Tool for a hairdo (4)
2. Small dog (3)
3. Flower part (4)
4. Currency (3)
5. Holiday (5)
6. Type of play (4)
7. Sound of a hammer (3)
8. Animal foot (4)
9. Paint medium (5)
10. Body part (4)

Answers

Need help solving the puzzle? Here are the answers:

Across

1. LILAC
2. IDON
3. MEOW
4. SPAR
5. SUNFLOWER
6. KEY
7. PEAR
8. EAR
9. FILTER
10. ISIS

Down

1. COMB
2. POM
3. PETAL
4. EUROS
5. XMAS
6. ROMP
7. TAP
8. Paw
9. Gesso
10. TOE

Tips and Tricks

Look for common crossword patterns and themes
Pay attention to wordplay and puns
Use word lists and online resources to help you fill in the blanks
Take your time, and don’t be afraid to take breaks and come back to the puzzle later

We hope this helps you complete today’s Mini Crossword puzzle! If you’re still having trouble, feel free to ask for more help or check out the New York Times website for more puzzles and tips.