Current NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Dec. 18

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So, I swear I could finish it today Mini Crossword quickly, but I have old eyes, and I read 6 Passing knowledge, “Irk,” like “INK.” Again and again, I wondered what five-letter word could mean “ink”? Maybe I was thrown off by the closest answer that had the word “ink.” But finally, I checked and saw that it was “IRK,” and, yeah, now I feel better, IRKED. If you’re stuck on what’s in today’s Mini Crossword, for whatever reason, we’ve got the answers. And if you can use tips and advice for dealing with everyday, check out ours Mini Crossword Hints.

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Mini pass information and answers

1Note: The only orchestral instrument that reads alto clef
Answer: VIOLA

6 Note: Irk
Answer: PROBLEM

7 Tips: A type of iced coffee with foam
Answer: NITRO

8Information: Consent to subject
Answer: NO

9 Tips: One of 88 on the piano
Answer: KEY

Mini floor tips and solutions

Note 1D: A car with a sliding door
Answer: FROM

2D Note: It is a pen, like a human signature
Answer: ININK

3D experience: How a ballerina dances most of the time
Answer: ONTOE

4D Note: “___, ___, look who’s 40!” (singing line on birthday card)
Answer: LORD

5D credits: __ Edebiri, Emmy-winning actor for “The Bear”
Answer: Good

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