NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 19

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 Friday, April 19, 2024:

Across

"Get outta here!"

• The answer is scram.

Japanese poem with 17 syllables

• The answer is haiku.

Who "has left the building," in a famous concert announcement

• The answer is Elvis.

Smartphone notification

• The answer is alert.

"Don't go!"

• The answer is stay.

Down

___ butter (lotion ingredient)

The answer is shea.

Referees' decisions

• The answer is calls.

Completely captivate

• The answer is rivet.

Award-winning filmmaker Kurosawa

• The answer is Akira.

Like a basement that needs to be aired out

• The answer is musty.