NYT Midi Crossword · 15 Down
“___-pocus” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Midi Crossword for Saturday, October 17, 2026 as 15 Down. The answer has 5 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Midi · Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 15 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “___-pocus”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with H and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “___-pocus” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Midi Crossword on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 15 Down.
What is the answer to the “___-pocus” crossword clue?
The answer is HOCUS (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.