NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 26. August, 2026
The Midi #23778 for Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is a 9x9 grid with 29 clues (14 Across, 15 Down), starting with 1-Across: “"That ___ say ..." ("I mean ...")”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
5 Across: Aunt, in Spanish
8 Across: Engagement at the end of "Hamilton"
9 Across: Playful tap on the nose
10 Across: "Oh, that was me lying"
12 Across: Walking is good exercise ... you might get to drive a cart ... swinging a club will strengthen your arms, etc.?
13 Across: Get ___ of (throw out)
14 Across: The panels are hard to read ... people might say you don't read "real" books ... you might laugh too loud in public, etc.?
20 Across: Skinny woodwind instrument
21 Across: (base x height)/2, for a triangle
22 Across: "Is This Thing On?" actress Laura
23 Across: Air mattress annoyance
24 Across: Took a good look at
25 Across: Traditional stories
Down
1 Down: "Understood"
2 Down: Sport in which the highest rank is yokozuna
3 Down: Blue-green color
4 Down: Buddy from way back
5 Down: Classic film dog with a repetitive name
6 Down: "Will settle up later" slips
7 Down: TikTok or Threads
9 Down: Swan song?
11 Down: Awe-inspiring
14 Down: What these Morse letters aptly spell: -.-. --- -.. .
15 Down: Follow orders
16 Down: "That's not nearly enough!"
17 Down: Cookie that may be twisted open
18 Down: Not distant
19 Down: Japanese rice wine
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.
Today's NYT Midi FAQ
How many clues are in today's NYT Midi crossword?
Today's Midi (#23778, 2026-08-26) has 29 clues — 14 Across and 15 Down.
What size is today's Midi grid?
A 9x9 grid.
What's the longest answer today?
9 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.