NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 12. October, 2026
The Midi #24390 for Monday, October 12, 2026 is a 10x9 grid with 33 clues (15 Across, 18 Down), starting with 1-Across: “Place for a mud bath”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
4 Across: Not just mine
8 Across: Smooth-talking
9 Across: Brazilian dance
10 Across: Sailor's "Yes, sir!"
12 Across: R&B group with the 1995 #1 hit "Waterfalls"
13 Across: Let sleeping dogs ___
14 Across: Trial figure giving a firsthand account
19 Across: Recede, as the tide
20 Across: One of two in the game Catan
21 Across: Assign a starting value, in computer programming lingo ... or a phonetic hint to 10- and 14-Across?
25 Across: Nods off for a bit
26 Across: Tied, as shoes
27 Across: Org. with the Nets and Knicks
28 Across: Tons and tons
Down
1 Down: In a crafty way
2 Down: Bishop, but not priest
3 Down: "Shark Tank" airer
4 Down: Like Cheerios and some breakfast bars
5 Down: Thurman of "Kill Bill"
6 Down: Slugger's stat
7 Down: First word in the names of seven counties in California
8 Down: Golden ___ Bridge
9 Down: "Ammunition" for a class clown
11 Down: It might be disproved by a 14-Across
15 Down: Moistens
16 Down: Order from a monarch, say
17 Down: S, M, L and XL
18 Down: N.C.A.A. bracket assignment
21 Down: Holiday ___
22 Down: Catch red-handed
23 Down: Tap option at a craft brewery, for short
24 Down: Thai's neighbor
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 (#24390, 2026-10-12) 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.