NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 28. August, 2026
The Midi #24201 for Friday, August 28, 2026 is a 10x9 grid with 33 clues (15 Across, 18 Down), starting with 1-Across: “Frittata ingredients”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
5 Across: Fortuneteller's card
10 Across: ___ Bunny (Bugs Bunny's love interest)
11 Across: State whose standard license plate once had an image of a potato on it
12 Across: Spark a relationship on Tinder, say
14 Across: Author Patchett
15 Across: "I told you so!"
16 Across: Throw in the towel
19 Across: Musician Bega or Reed
20 Across: "You are what you ___"
23 Across: Instruction on a gumball machine
27 Across: Laugh at a joke, in a way
28 Across: Thingy
29 Across: Wearing them with sandals may be considered a fashion faux pas
30 Across: Fella
Down
1 Down: Ice queen in "Frozen"
2 Down: Hospital patient's attire
3 Down: Gleam
4 Down: Raw ingredient in maple syrup
5 Down: Lose steam
6 Down: "Au revoir!"
7 Down: Use for an old shirt
8 Down: "I can't believe I didn't get that"
9 Down: Tater ___
13 Down: Competitive video gaming
17 Down: Smart ___ (wise guy)
18 Down: They're shown in a full smile
21 Down: Word with code, map or rug
22 Down: Seasonal mall elf, say
23 Down: Org. offering a "Free File" option
24 Down: Start of something new?
25 Down: The Kings, on N.B.A. scoreboards
26 Down: Beverage with Orange Lavaburst and Boppin' Strawberry varieties
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 (#24201, 2026-08-28) has 33 clues — 15 Across and 18 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.