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 5. October, 2026
Across and Down clue hints for today's Midi.
Across
5 Across: Severely hurt
9 Across: Phrase similar to "All sales are final"
11 Across: A helluva good time
12 Across: Airport bag checkers, for short
13 Across: Georgia politician who was the first U.S. senator born in the 1980s
19 Across: Deep-dish pizza chain, informally
20 Across: Annoyingly fussy
21 Across: Flat-topped hills
23 Across: ___Boost (Ford engine designed to improve fuel economy)
24 Across: Many an annoying internet ad
25 Across: Rowing tool
26 Across: "Sweet!"
27 Across: Big Pharma overseer, in brief
28 Across: ___ Age music
29 Across: A.T.M. withdrawal add-on
Down
1 Down: QB's error: Abbr.
2 Down: Onomatopoeia on some milk cartons
3 Down: Ornate vessel
4 Down: Basil-based pasta topper
5 Down: Simba's dad in "The Lion King"
6 Down: Dog's yap
7 Down: Shiba ___ (Japanese dog breed)
8 Down: Yahoo! alternative
10 Down: Throw, as a cornhole bag
13 Down: Word before "scare," "ship" or "shot"
14 Down: Result of walking a leadoff batter ... as seen in 11- and 13-Across?
15 Down: Lack of bias
16 Down: Unrepeated event ... as seen in 11- and 13-Across?
17 Down: False front
18 Down: Counterpart of faunae
22 Down: Gush forth
Today's NYT Midi FAQ
How many clues are in today's NYT Midi crossword?
Today's Midi (#24489, 2026-10-05) has 32 clues — 16 Across and 16 Down.
What size is today's Midi grid?
A 9x10 grid.
What's the longest answer today?
10 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.