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NY Times Launches Daily Midi Crossword Puzzle

3/2/2026

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  • The New York Times has introduced Midi, a daily medium-size crossword puzzle on its website and Games app.
  • The article notes that crossword-solving skills improve with practice.
  • The author admits gaps in pop culture knowledge, especially Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and superhero themes.
  • Today's puzzle, created by Leslie Benson, features clues about words shouted in contexts, starting with "FORE," the golf term.