NYT Midi Crossword

March 28, 2026 Answers

“This Blows!”

SaturdayBy Kareem AyasEdited by Ian Livengood

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Across 19

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Down 13

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About this puzzle

The NYT Midi Crossword sits squarely between the Mini and the full daily puzzle — usually a 7×7 or 9×9 grid that takes a confident solver about three to five minutes. Today's grid was constructed by Kareem Ayas and edited by Ian Livengood. The puzzle is titled “This Blows!”. Tap any tile to reveal a single letter, or click a clue for the full breakdown with hints, letter analysis, and cross-puzzle history.