NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 22. October, 2026
The Midi #24468 for Thursday, October 22, 2026 is a 9x9 grid with 26 clues (11 Across, 15 Down), starting with 1-Across: “Distributes playing cards”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
6 Across: Phil ___, lead singer/drummer of Genesis
8 Across: Phil ___, winner of World Series of Poker bracelets in five different decades
10 Across: Retirement savings plan, for short
11 Across: Some natural hairstyles
13 Across: It "warms you a bit but the warming is temporary," per Marilyn Monroe
14 Across: I.C.U. drip lines
17 Across: Partner of improved
18 Across: Champagne bucket grabbers
21 Across: Phil ___, longtime TV talk show host
22 Across: Phil ___, co-founder of Nike
Down
1 Down: Real go-getter
2 Down: Jazz singer Fitzgerald
3 Down: 100%
4 Down: Capital of Peru
5 Down: Extinguish, as a candle
6 Down: The N.F.L.'s Bears, on scoreboards
7 Down: Odd or bizarre
9 Down: Realtors' listings
12 Down: Work with needle and thread
14 Down: Clickable image
15 Down: Word before "vidi" and "vici" in Caesar's boast
16 Down: Norse mythology's Eikthyrnir (whose antlers drip water that fills the world's rivers), e.g.
18 Down: Texter's "No idea"
19 Down: "NOW it's clear to me!"
20 Down: Pistachio or pecan
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 (#24468, 2026-10-22) has 26 clues — 11 Across and 15 Down.
What size is today's Midi grid?
A 9x9 grid.
What's the longest answer today?
8 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.