NYT's The Mini crossword answers for March 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 Monday, March 18, 2024:

Across

What a bolt icon indicates on a phone camera

• The answer is flash.

Able to move easily and gracefully

• The answer is lithe.

See eye to eye

• The answer is agree.

Big unit of cheese

• The answer is wheel.

Exercise that you might try to get in daily

• The answer is steps.

Down

Imperfections

• The answer is flaws.

Subject of a revolutionary 1905 paper from Albert Einstein

• The answer is light.

"... sitting in ___, K-I-S-S-I-N-G"

• The answer is atree.

Mindless followers

• The answer is sheep.

Tough shoes to run in

• The answer is heels.