【Anticipation】

The AnticipationMini 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, Jan. 18, 2024:

Across

Kiss sound

• The answer is mwah.

"... then again, I might be wrong"

• The answer is or not (no space).

Weather forecast symbolized by a yellow circle

• The answer is sunny.

Investigate furtively

• The answer is snoop.

Popular Greek sandwich

• The answer is gyro.

Down

Rock cover

• The answer is moss.

Squeezed the water from, as a towel

• The answer is wrung.

Bother

• The answer is annoy.

Give an award, e.g.

• The answer is honor.

Notorious feature of 1631's Wicked Bible, which read "Thou shalt commit adultery"

• The answer is typo.

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

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