NYT Midi Crossword Answers - Jul 24
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By Alina Abidi
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Across
- 1. Protest site for Rosa Parks — Answer: BUS. Hint: Think back to a pivotal moment in civil rights history involving transportation! 🚌
- 4. "Tsk, tsk," in texting shorthand — Answer: SMH. Hint: When you can't believe what you've just seen, this is the perfect reaction! 🤦♂️
- 7. "Now I know the answer!" — Answer: AHA. Hint: This is what you exclaim when a light bulb goes off in your head! 💡
- 10. Household pest many consider less scary than a cockroach — Answer: ANT. Hint: This tiny creature is often found marching in lines and is known for its teamwork! 🐜
- 11. Abu Dhabi's country, for short — Answer: UAE. Hint: This place is known for its skyscrapers and deserts! 🌵
- 12. ___ Alamos, N.M. — Answer: LOS. Hint: This word is often used to refer to a group of people in Spanish! 🌍
- 13. Chewy red candy — Answer: SWEDISHFISH. Hint: Imagine a fish-shaped treat that you might find at a candy store! 🐟
- 16. Moves to a bigger home, as a plant — Answer: REPOTS. Hint: When your green friend outgrows its space, it might be time for a change of scenery! 🌱
- 17. Frozen drink brand — Answer: ICEE. Hint: This slushy treat is perfect for a hot day! 🥤
- 18. Created for a specific purpose, as a committee — Answer: ADHOC. Hint: Think of a group that comes together just for a particular task! 🛠️
- 19. Requirements — Answer: NEEDS. Hint: Think about what you can't live without! 📝
- 20. Person always trying to bring you down — Answer: HATER. Hint: Think of someone who just can't seem to share the love! 💔
- 22. 2024 fantasy rom-com co-starring Lindsay Lohan — Answer: IRISHWISH. Hint: Could this be a magical desire with a twist of luck? 🍀
- 26. Devices that turn uncut bagels into sandwich ends — Answer: SLICERS. Hint: These handy tools help transform a whole bagel into tasty halves! 🥯
- 27. 1/4 of a quart — Answer: CUP. Hint: Think of a common kitchen measurement that often holds liquids! 🥤
- 29. Tick-___ — Answer: TOCK. Hint: This word completes a phrase often associated with clocks and the passage of time! ⏰
- 30. The "i" of Roy G. Biv — Answer: INDIGO. Hint: It's the cool shade between blue and purple in the rainbow! 🌈
- 32. "Interesting ..." — Answer: ISEE. Hint: When you find something captivating, you might say this expression! 👀
- 33. "Little Bunny ___" (nursery song) — Answer: FOOFOO. Hint: This playful bunny causes mischief in the garden! 🐰
- 34. Service used by diners to book tables — Answer: RESY. Hint: Think of a popular platform that helps you secure a spot at your favorite restaurant! 🍽️
- 35. Vague time for a late lunch, as suggested by parts of 13- and 22-Across — Answer: TWOISH. Hint: Think of a casual way to express an approximate hour, especially around midday! 🕑
Down
- 1. Arab city whose name is, appropriately, an anagram of ARABS — Answer: BASRA. Hint: This port city in Iraq is known for its historical significance and vibrant culture! 🌍
- 2. Not married — Answer: UNWED. Hint: Consider someone who hasn't tied the knot yet! 💍
- 3. N.B.A. star Curry, familiarly — Answer: STEPH. Hint: This sharpshooter is known for his incredible three-point shots! 🏀
- 4. Frequent flier? — Answer: SUITCASE. Hint: This item travels with you on adventures, packed with your essentials! 🧳
- 5. "m," to scientists — Answer: MASS. Hint: It's what scientists measure to determine an object's weight! ⚖️
- 6. Mild chuckle — Answer: HEH. Hint: A soft snicker that often follows a lighthearted comment! 😂
- 7. "The Autobiography of ___ B. Toklas" (Gertrude Stein book) — Answer: ALICE. Hint: Think of a name that's often associated with a famous story of a curious girl! 🐇
- 8. Sprayed (down) — Answer: HOSED. Hint: When the garden needs watering, you might grab this tool! 💦
- 9. Incense residue — Answer: ASHES. Hint: After a fire, what's left behind can have a calming scent too! 🔥
- 14. Thingamajiggy — Answer: DOOHICKEY. Hint: It's a playful term for a gadget you can't quite name! 🛠️
- 15. Guy known as the "Mayor of Flavortown" — Answer: FIERI. Hint: This culinary personality is famous for his spiky hair and vibrant shirts! 🍔
- 19. Encouraging weather report for skiers — Answer: NEWSNOW. Hint: It's the latest scoop that gets winter sports enthusiasts excited! ❄️
- 21. Frugality — Answer: THRIFT. Hint: Being wise with your money can lead to riches! 💰
- 22. "You win!" — Answer: ILOSE. Hint: Sometimes it's better to take a step back and say, 'Not this time!' 🎮
- 23. Turns into grain-sized pieces, as cauliflower — Answer: RICES. Hint: Think of turning something into tiny bits that resemble a popular side dish! 🍚
- 24. Genre for Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451," informally — Answer: SCIFI. Hint: Think of futuristic tales that often explore technology and society! 🤖
- 25. Annual 24-Down book awards — Answer: HUGOS. Hint: These prestigious sci-fi awards share their name with a warm embrace! 🤗
- 26. Mix with a wooden spatula, say — Answer: STIR. Hint: Think about how you might combine ingredients in a pot or bowl! 🍲
- 28. Cartoon bear in a red shirt — Answer: POOH. Hint: This lovable bear enjoys honey and has friends in the Hundred Acre Wood! 🐻
- 31. Scooby-___ — Answer: DOO. Hint: This animated dog solves mysteries with his friends! 🐶
Here are the NYT Midi Crossword answers for Friday, July 24, 2026 — every solution for that day's mid-size puzzle, listed at the top of this page. Whether you're catching up on a puzzle you missed, settling a “what was the answer on July 24?” question, or checking a grid you finished that day, the complete clue-by-clue solution is right here. Looking for today's puzzle instead? Head to our live NYT Midi Crossword answers page.
NYT Midi Crossword answers for July 24, 2026
The full solution for the July 24 NYT Midi is shown above, laid out clue by clue — every Across answer followed by every Down answer, exactly as that day's grid read. Each answer is listed separately, so you can check just the clue you were stuck on and leave the rest. This is the confirmed grid as published on Friday, July 24.
Hints for the July 24 puzzle
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