NYT Midi Crossword · The New York Times
Midi Crossword Clues, Hints & Answers for October 26, 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026
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This archive page covers the Midi Crossword from Monday, October 26, 2026. The Midi is a mid-sized daily crossword that sits between the quick Mini and the full daily puzzle. It takes longer than a coffee break but less than a lunch hour. Hints come first and the solution stays hidden until you ask for it.
Across clues & answers
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Down clues & answers
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Previous Midi Crossword answer
Sunday, October 25, 2026
across
- 1. Havana's home: CUBA
- 5. Ink ___ (squid's pouch): SAC
- 8. "It's the end ___ era": OFAN
- 9. Lacked a shadow of a doubt: KNEW
- 11. Director of 2019's "Parasite," the first non-English language movie to win Best Picture: BONGJOONHO
- 14. Equipment: GEAR
- 15. Synonym for "hot goss": TEA
- 16. Actress who reprised an earlier role in 2026's "The Devil Wears Prada 2": EMILYBLUNT
- 19. Vietnamese New Year: TET
- 20. Secret hideout: LAIR
- 21. Type of movie that would be apt for 11- and 16-Across?: STONERFILM
- 25. "Wanna play?," at the poker table: YOUIN
- 26. Item in a chest: TOOL
- 27. Dr. ___ Octavius a.k.a. Doctor Octopus: OTTO
- 28. "Ooh, look at me, I'm so cultured" sort: SNOB
down
- 1. Cornfield discard: COB
- 2. Sighting mentioned in classified files, maybe: UFO
- 3. Quickly do a task: BANGITOUT
- 4. Sweetie: ANGEL
- 5. Chocolate-and-toffee confection from Hershey: SKORBAR
- 6. "That's gonna be ___ from me, dawg": ANO
- 7. Roman soldier for which an Amex card is named: CENTURION
- 10. "What time?": WHEN
- 12. Host of the most episodes of "The Tonight Show" (4,610): JAYLENO
- 13. Kind of milk in lieu of soy or almond: OAT
- 16. Online crafts marketplace: ETSY
- 17. "Same here": METOO
- 18. Pumps iron: LIFTS
- 22. Tiny quibble: NIT
- 23. Brit's toilet: LOO
- 24. Org. for the Giants and Guardians: MLB
More daily puzzle hints
- WordleGuess the five-letter word in six triesGuide & tips
- ConnectionsSort 16 words into four hidden groupsGuide & tips
- StrandsFind the themed words hidden in a letter gridGuide & tips
- Spelling BeeMake words from seven letters around a center letterGuide & tips
- Mini CrosswordA bite-size crossword you can finish over coffeeGuide & tips
- Connections: Sports EditionConnections with a sports-only word poolGuide & tips
- Letter BoxedChain words around a square using all 12 lettersGuide & tips
- The CrosswordThe classic daily crossword, easiest on MondayGuide & tips
What to expect from the Midi
The Midi uses a grid around nine squares wide, with a few dozen clues in total. That size leaves room for longer answers and a light theme, while keeping the clues approachable. It is a good stepping stone if the Mini feels too short and the main crossword feels daunting.
Tips for mid-size grids
- Look for the long entries. The longest Across and Down answers often share the theme. Crack one and the others follow.
- Read the question mark. A clue ending in "?" signals wordplay or a pun rather than a straight definition.
- Abbreviations match. If the clue is abbreviated (e.g. "Dept."), the answer usually is too.
- Move around the grid. If a section stalls, start somewhere new; fresh crossings will help when you return.
- Take one letter, not the answer. Our tiles let you reveal a single letter so you keep the satisfaction of finishing.
Midi Crossword FAQ
How long does the Midi take?
Most solvers finish in five to fifteen minutes, depending on the day and how familiar the theme is.
Is there a yesterday page for the Midi?
Every past Midi has its own page in our Midi archive, with the same hints and reveal tools.
Can a solver help with a single clue?
Yes. Enter the pattern you have (e.g. C?A?E) into our crossword solver to list matching words.