NYT Midi Crossword

July 17, 2026 Answers

“Taking Care of Business”
FridayBy Kareem AyasEdited by Ian Livengood
36
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16
Across
20
Down
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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 “Taking Care of Business”. Tap any tile to reveal a single letter, or click a clue for the full breakdown with hints, letter analysis, and cross-puzzle history.