Spot of some congestion
Editorially verified for the Aug 13, 2026
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Clue explained
A SINUS is a cavity or passage in the facial bones, and its inflammation or blockage can cause congestion. Thus it is a spot where congestion can occur.
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NYT Midi Crossword
This clue's Thursday, August 13, 2026 appearance
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The answer to “Spot of some congestion” in the New York Times Midi crossword is SINUS — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on August 13, 2026, a Thursday puzzle, at 16-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.
“Spot of some congestion” answer
SINUS (5 letters)
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What does SINUS mean?
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(noun)
- a cavity within a bone or other tissue, especially one in the bones of the face or skull connecting with the nasal cavities
- relating to or denoting the sino-atrial node of the heart or its function of regulating the heartbeat
When else has “Spot of some congestion” appeared?
New York Times Midi reuses clues across dates, sometimes with a different answer depending on the grid. Here's where this exact clue has shown up, and what the answer was each time — handy when you're checking whether today's fill is the only one.
August 13, 2026 (most recent) → SINUS. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Spot of some congestion”?
The answer is SINUS, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on August 13, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Spot of some congestion”?
5 letters: SINUS.
When did this clue appear?
Most recently in the New York Times Midi crossword on August 13, 2026 (a Thursday puzzle), at 16-Across.
Can “Spot of some congestion” have a different answer?
Yes — New York Times Midi sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day's NYT Midi answers?
The full grid for August 13, 2026 is on the NYT Midi answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.
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