This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 31, 2026 (7 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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M _ _
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MID as a word: Occupying a middle position; middle; (originally African-American Vernacular and Internet slang) Mediocre; of middling quality.
MID has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 17, 2025.
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