NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 11. October, 2026
The Midi #24052 for Sunday, October 11, 2026 is a 9x9 grid with 31 clues (16 Across, 15 Down), starting with 1-Across: “___-benefit analysis”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
5 Across: Practical joke
8 Across: Wood commonly used for building model airplanes
10 Across: Be in debt
11 Across: Some variety show pieces [Fox]
12 Across: "If you ask me ...," in a text
13 Across: Browser irritant [Seal]
15 Across: Tel Aviv's land: Abbr.
16 Across: Zero
17 Across: Cook with blazing alcohol [Sheep]
19 Across: Like a limbo bar at the end of the game
20 Across: Word repeated in a nursery song before "We all fall down"
24 Across: "Snug ___ bug ..."
25 Across: Diving equipment [Bear]
26 Across: Answer sheet
27 Across: Leisure pursuit
Down
1 Down: "60 Minutes" network
2 Down: Acorn-producing tree
3 Down: Leaves unobtrusively
4 Down: Weather event with lightning, briefly
5 Down: Start selling shares on the stock market, in Wall St. slang
6 Down: "Shucks!"
7 Down: Crystal-filled rock
9 Down: Egyptian snake
14 Down: Agcy. that designates World Heritage Sites
15 Down: "You beat me!"
17 Down: Criticism
18 Down: Festive party
21 Down: Chicago O'Hare or Philadelphia International, for American Airlines
22 Down: ___ and flow
23 Down: Remark
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 (#24052, 2026-10-11) has 31 clues — 16 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.