NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 13. October, 2026
The Midi #24172 for Tuesday, October 13, 2026 is a 9x9 grid with 30 clues (14 Across, 16 Down), starting with 1-Across: “ID that's often memorized”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
4 Across: Ocean color
8 Across: Outer layer worn in winter
10 Across: Currency for Vatican City and San Marino
11 Across: "How ___!" (Stephanie Tanner's catchphrase on "Full House")
12 Across: Rock and ___
13 Across: Most populous continent + Board game with black and white pieces
15 Across: Golf standard + "Moi," in English + The "S" of S.F.
18 Across: Jazz singer Jones
20 Across: Opposite of con + University of Tennessee athlete, for short + What every integer is divisible by
24 Across: Massachusetts town known for its witch trials
25 Across: Apple computer
26 Across: Old saying
27 Across: "Go find out!"
Down
1 Down: Leftover bit
2 Down: John Philip ___, bandleader known as the "March King"
3 Down: Low point
4 Down: Hairspray can output
5 Down: Status ___
6 Down: www.nytimes.com/crosswords, e.g.
7 Down: "You've got mail!" company
9 Down: The Mets, Nets or Jets
14 Down: Human ___ Project
16 Down: Enticing scent
17 Down: Grandmothers, affectionately
19 Down: "Darn it!"
20 Down: Ad featuring Smokey Bear, e.g., for short
21 Down: Awesome
22 Down: Greeting in Portugal
23 Down: Broc or cuke
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 (#24172, 2026-10-13) has 30 clues — 14 Across and 16 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.