【the eroticism of emasculation】

The the eroticism of emasculationMini 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 test 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 Tuesday, February 18, 2025:

Across

Urban green space

• The answer is Park.

Place to store computer files

• The answer is Drive.

"Inside Out" girl

• The answer is Riley.

The "E" of E.M.T.: Abbr.

• The answer is Emer.

Word that can follow 1- and 5-Across to make locales for cars

• The answer is Way.

Down

___ donna

• The answer is Prima.

Alvin of dance

• The answer is Ailey.

One going cross-country in a camper, for short

• The answer is RVer.

Escape room item

• The answer is Key.

Played a round of Pictionary

• The answer is Drew.

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