Crossword Answer
Back-stretching yoga pose by blues musician B.B.?
This pose might help you channel your inner blues while getting flexible! 🐍
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026
By Ian Livengood
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Across
- 1. Coffee, slangily — Answer: JAVA. Hint: This programming language shares a name with your favorite morning brew! ☕
- 5. Ran, as colors in the laundry — Answer: BLED. Hint: When colors mix during washing, they can sometimes... 💦
- 9. Spanish dessert akin to crème caramel — Answer: FLAN. Hint: This smooth treat is a favorite in many Latin cultures, often served chilled! 🍮
- 10. Sound from a lion — Answer: ROAR. Hint: When this majestic beast expresses its presence, it's hard to miss the powerful noise! 🦁
- 11. Back-stretching yoga pose by blues musician B.B.? — Answer: KINGCOBRA. Hint: This pose might help you channel your inner blues while getting flexible! 🐍
- 13. Like bass, among the four major singing voices — Answer: LOWEST. Hint: This voice type is often associated with deep and resonant tones, perfect for grounding harmonies! 🎶
- 14. Native of Helsinki — Answer: FINN. Hint: This person hails from a country known for its stunning archipelagos and a love for saunas! 🇫🇮
- 15. Back-stretching yoga pose by country singer Clint? — Answer: BLACKCAT. Hint: Imagine a feline in the shadows, perfect for a stealthy stretch! 🐈⬛
- 19. Dalai ___ — Answer: LAMA. Hint: This spiritual leader is often associated with Tibet and wisdom. 🧘♂️
- 20. Unwanted (yet often unavoidable) smell in a gym bag — Answer: ODOR. Hint: Sometimes it happens when your workout gear gets a little too cozy! 🏋️
- 22. Where cookies cook — Answer: OVEN. Hint: This cozy appliance helps bring gooey treats to life! 🍪
- 23. Path behind a motorboat — Answer: WAKE. Hint: Think about the ripples left behind as a boat speeds across the water! 🌊
- 24. Thick rolls of dough — Answer: WADS. Hint: Think of how you'd grab a handful of something soft and squishy! 🍞
- 25. Pre-___ student — Answer: MED. Hint: Think of the path to becoming a doctor! 🩺
Down
- 1. Big Apple airport, in brief — Answer: JFK. Hint: This airport is a gateway to the city that never sleeps! 🗽
- 2. Muhammad who said "I am the greatest, I said that even before I knew I was" — Answer: ALI. Hint: Think of a legendary boxer known for his iconic quotes and charm! 🥊
- 3. Rental for movers — Answer: VAN. Hint: Think about the vehicle that carries your belongings during a big move! 🚚
- 4. Adherents of the Church of England — Answer: ANGLICANS. Hint: Think of a group that comes from a specific branch of Christianity in England! ⛪
- 5. Back-stretching yoga pose by soul artist James? — Answer: BROWNCOW. Hint: Think of a smooth, rhythmic movement tied to a certain soulful musician! 🐄
- 6. Often-pierced part of 7-Down — Answer: LOBE. Hint: Think of a soft spot on the side of your head that often gets adorned! 🎈
- 7. Wet behind the ___ — Answer: EARS. Hint: Think of a common phrase that describes someone who is new to a situation! 🌧️
- 8. "Aw, shucks!" — Answer: DRAT. Hint: Sometimes you might say this when things don’t go your way! 😅
- 12. Thwack on the head — Answer: CONK. Hint: This sound can be both a playful hit and a way to knock some sense into someone! 🤕
- 14. Renowned — Answer: FAMED. Hint: Think of someone celebrated for their great achievements! 🌟
- 15. Try to extinguish birthday candles — Answer: BLOW. Hint: What's the action you take when you want to put out flames quickly? 🎂
- 16. The floor is ___ (kids' game) — Answer: LAVA. Hint: Watch your step in this fun game where the ground is off-limits! 🌋
- 17. Singer Levine of Maroon 5 — Answer: ADAM. Hint: This guy shares his name with the first man in the Bible! 🎤
- 18. Puff from a pipe — Answer: TOKE. Hint: It's a term often associated with a laid-back vibe! 🌿
- 21. Color of the circle on Japan's flag — Answer: RED. Hint: Think of the vibrant hue that symbolizes energy and passion! 🔴
The answer to “Back-stretching yoga pose by blues musician B.B.?” in the New York Times Midi crossword is KINGCOBRA — a 9-letter word. This clue ran in the NYT Midi on July 7, 2026 (11-Across), and if it's the last square standing between you and a finished grid, that's the word you need. Below you'll find why it fits, plus every other clue and answer from that day's puzzle in case more than one square has you stuck.
“Back-stretching yoga pose by blues musician B.B.?” answer
KINGCOBRA (9 letters)
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Why the answer is KINGCOBRA
This pose might help you channel your inner blues while getting flexible! 🐍
More NYT Midi answers for July 7, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the NYT Midi on July 7, 2026 — tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
Across
- 1. Coffee, slangily → JAVA
- 5. Ran, as colors in the laundry → BLED
- 9. Spanish dessert akin to crème caramel → FLAN
- 10. Sound from a lion → ROAR
- 11. Back-stretching yoga pose by blues musician B.B.? → KINGCOBRA
- 13. Like bass, among the four major singing voices → LOWEST
- 14. Native of Helsinki → FINN
- 15. Back-stretching yoga pose by country singer Clint? → BLACKCAT
- 19. Dalai ___ → LAMA
- 20. Unwanted (yet often unavoidable) smell in a gym bag → ODOR
- 22. Where cookies cook → OVEN
- 23. Path behind a motorboat → WAKE
- 24. Thick rolls of dough → WADS
- 25. Pre-___ student → MED
Down
- 1. Big Apple airport, in brief → JFK
- 2. Muhammad who said "I am the greatest, I said that even before I knew I was" → ALI
- 3. Rental for movers → VAN
- 4. Adherents of the Church of England → ANGLICANS
- 5. Back-stretching yoga pose by soul artist James? → BROWNCOW
- 6. Often-pierced part of 7-Down → LOBE
- 7. Wet behind the ___ → EARS
- 8. "Aw, shucks!" → DRAT
- 12. Thwack on the head → CONK
- 14. Renowned → FAMED
- 15. Try to extinguish birthday candles → BLOW
- 16. The floor is ___ (kids' game) → LAVA
- 17. Singer Levine of Maroon 5 → ADAM
- 18. Puff from a pipe → TOKE
- 21. Color of the circle on Japan's flag → RED
Want the whole grid in one place? The full NYT Midi answer list for July 7, 2026 is on the puzzle's answers page, and today's live NYT Midi answers are always one click away from the today page.
About the NYT Midi Crossword
The New York Times Midi is the mid-size daily puzzle between the Mini and the full crossword — typically a 7×7 grid that still rewards quick pattern recognition. Because the Midi is compact, one stubborn clue can jam the whole solve, which is why a confirmed answer and a short explanation help most when you're stuck on a single square.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Back-stretching yoga pose by blues musician B.B.?”?
The answer is KINGCOBRA, a 9-letter word. It appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on July 7, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Back-stretching yoga pose by blues musician B.B.?”?
9 letters: KINGCOBRA.
Where did this clue appear?
In the New York Times Midi crossword on July 7, 2026, at 11-Across.
Where can I find the rest of today's NYT Midi answers?
Every clue and answer from that day's puzzle is linked above, and the full grid is on the NYT Midi answers page.