How to play Crossword Midi

Crossword Midi is a medium-sized crossword puzzle. It's perfect if you want an easier crossword puzzle or if you don't have the time to complete a whole one.

  • The Across column gives you hints for the word that would be placed in the corresponding grid number horizontally. For example, if the hint for #1 across is "season after fall," the answer would be "winter."
  • The Down column works the same way, where the answer would be written vertically to the corresponding grid number.
  • Across clues can intersect with Down clues, meaning the puzzle isn’t split into two separate parts.
  • You win when you have filled out the entire crossword puzzle with the correct words. 

If you're up for a challenge, try our traditional crossword puzzle. 

Strategies

  • Fill the easy stuff first. Scan for short clues, plurals, fill-in-the-blanks, and anything you’re sure about. Early letters unlock tougher answers.
  • Work across and down. Switching directions gives fresh angles and cross-checks guesses quickly.
  • Let crossings do the heavy lifting. Even one or two letters can flip a vague clue into an obvious answer.
  • Count letters carefully. The grid length + crossings often rules out tempting but wrong ideas.
  • Note the tense and part of speech. Past tense answers end in -ED; plural clues want plural answers.
  • Think laterally. Many clues aren’t literal; synonyms, slang, or alternate meanings are common.
  • Skip and return. If you’re stuck, move on. New crossings often solve old problems.