NYT's The Mini crossword answers for July 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 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 Thursday, July 18, 2024:

Across

"Well, that's odd ..."

• The answer is huh.

What a D.J. is in charge of

• The answer is music.

___ acid (protein building block)

• The answer is amino.

Total stranger, in slang

• The answer is rando.

Beef variety for a hamburger

• The answer is angus.

Down

Word with nature or pretzel

• The answer is human.

Taking advantage of

• The answer is using.

Like the deities Shiva and Ganesha

• The answer is Hindu.

Rooney of "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo"

• The answer is Mara.

Sounds from a dovecote

• The answer is coos.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Mini Crossword.