NYT Midi Crossword

July 18, 2026 Answers

“Ring Light”

SaturdayBy Nate CardinEdited by Ian Livengood

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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 Nate Cardin and edited by Ian Livengood. The puzzle is titled “Ring Light”. Tap any tile to reveal a single letter, or click a clue for the full breakdown with hints, letter analysis, and cross-puzzle history.