How NYT Midi Crossword Works
The NYT Midi Crossword offers a mid-sized crossword experience positioned between the quick 5x5 Mini and the standard 15x15 daily crossword puzzle. Featuring a slightly larger grid with clever theme entries and slightly higher clue complexity, it provides a perfect quick-solve challenge.
- Mid-Sized Grid Features longer answer entries and richer vocabulary themes than the standard Mini puzzle.
- Layered Hints Use Hint 1 for a descriptive nudge or Hint 2 for letter bounds (first & last letter) before revealing full solution entries.
- Archive Access Select past dates using the date selector above to browse historical Midi puzzle solutions and clue archives.
NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 24. August, 2026
Across and Down clue hints for today's Midi.
Across
5 Across: Significant weight
9 Across: Small fastener on a jet or denim jeans
11 Across: Scary fairy tale character
12 Across: "North" star, 1994
14 Across: North Star
15 Across: Quarterback's throw: Abbr.
16 Across: Prominent features of Pinocchio costumes
20 Across: Kristen of "Bridesmaids"
23 Across: Pet with claws and paws
24 Across: North Star State
26 Across: Ancient builder of the Sacsayhuamán fortress
27 Across: "___ sesame!"
28 Across: Muted shade of gray
29 Across: Curve
Down
1 Down: South American flatbread
2 Down: "Cabin crew, prepare for landing" speaker
3 Down: Wicked doppelgängers
4 Down: ___ vu (odd sense of familiarity)
5 Down: "Oh yeah? Spell it out for me"
6 Down: Self-image
7 Down: Move to and ___
8 Down: Ben Stiller's character in "There's Something About Mary"
10 Down: Road sealing material
13 Down: Movable joint on a door
17 Down: Brand of mouthwash
18 Down: Gobbled up
19 Down: Booth at a state fair, e.g.
21 Down: Approximate length of an adult pinky toe
22 Down: Tempest ___ teapot
24 Down: The Heat, on scoreboards
25 Down: Cry loudly
Today's NYT Midi FAQ
How many clues are in today's NYT Midi crossword?
Today's Midi (#24352, 2026-08-24) has 32 clues — 15 Across and 17 Down.
What size is today's Midi grid?
A 10x9 grid.
What's the longest answer today?
10 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.