Crossword clue

“One waking up at 10 or 11 a.m., perhaps ... or a hint to the shaded squares?”

This clue appeared as 16-Across in the NYT Midi Crossword on Thursday, June 4, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.

Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
LATERISER
Letters9
Starts withL
Ends withR
Vowels4

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The clue “One waking up at 10 or 11 a.m., perhaps ... or a hint to the shaded squares?” ran in the NYT Midi Crossword on June 4, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with L and ends with R, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “One waking up at 10 or 11 a.m., perhaps ... or a hint to the shaded squares?” clue?+

The answer is LATERISER (9 letters), from the NYT Midi Crossword of June 4, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Midi.

How do I find other Midi answers?+

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