Our NYT Crossword Hints for October 1, 2026 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily crossword that tests solvers’ knowledge and vocabulary. It’s one of the most popular crosswords in the world, known for its challenging clues and clever wordplay. The puzzle is published in the print edition of the paper and is also available online.
NYT Crossword Hints October 1, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the NYT Crossword on 10/1/26. The clues are listed below, and you can click/tap on a clue to go to its page for more detail, including definitions, but if you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letter by letter to still offer yourself more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
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1A. Sneaker brand whose logo features the "Formstrip"
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5A. "Thank You for the Music" group
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9A. Some instructors, for short
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14A. Gator's relative
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15A. "King of all kings" in the prehistoric world, familiarly
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16A. Features of gathering clouds?
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17A. Patriotic recitation since 1892
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17A. Patriotic recitation since 1892
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20A. Concoct, with "up"
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21A. It may include toms and a snare
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22A. Abbr. on a scale
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25A. First lady?
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26A. Tagging symbols
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27A. Expresses support without meaning it
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27A. Expresses support without meaning it
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31A. Bit of ink
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34A. Quite the stir
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35A. Bygone "before"
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36A. Means of self-defense
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37A. Joan of Arc, for one
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38A. It's just a state of mind, to some
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39A. Cruz known as the Queen of Salsa
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40A. Some midflight announcements, in brief
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41A. Molecule in protein synthesis
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42A. Disposes of securely, in a way
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43A. Start of the names of four of the U.S.'s 20 largest cities
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44A. Obsolescent credit card feature
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44A. Obsolescent credit card feature
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46A. Term of affection in the U.K.
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47A. Rapper with the 1999 #1 album "I Am …"
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48A. Is long ago?
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49A. Chickpeas, e.g.
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53A. "Uh-huh, sure it is"
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55A. Obstacles ... or a hint to three squares in this puzzle
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60A. Lost
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61A. Identify
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62A. Goddess of the Earth
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63A. All together, in music
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64A. Migratory fish with exceptionally sensitive hearing
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65A. The Black Knights of the N.C.A.A.
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1D. Doc seen for an annual checkup
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2D. Address letters
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3D. A Stooge
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4D. Band whose logo is stylized with a lightning bolt
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5D. Came by for dinner
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6D. Word with power or pawn
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7D. Happen to
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7D. Happen to
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8D. Cut
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9D. Great Basin tribe
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10D. Chews out
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11D. Cry heard by Old MacDonald
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12D. Central points
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13D. Woodpecker food
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18D. Attacks
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19D. Words that might come before a meal
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22D. Major works of art
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23D. Mexican revolutionary Emiliano
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24D. Resident of Aleppo
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28D. Moccasins and loafers, e.g.
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28D. Moccasins and loafers, e.g.
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29D. Free of animal products
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30D. Wrath
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31D. Writer Gay
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32D. Hallucinatory experiences
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32D. Hallucinatory experiences
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33D. It comes with cups and saucers
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36D. Chicago exchange, in brief
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38D. Director Lee
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39D. Sculptor's tool
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41D. French composer who refused the Legion of Honour in 1920
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42D. Skewered
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44D. Gateway of India locale
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45D. Tough nut to crack
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46D. “Network” director Sidney
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49D. Hurdle for an aspiring atty.
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50D. Words of reproach following a betrayal
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51D. Big blow
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52D. Things confessed
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54D. Ancient wrap
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56D. 'I don't wanna'
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57D. It might be on a lot
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58D. "___ Possible" (2000s animated series)
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59D. Perchance
We also recommend trying your hand at the NYT Mini Crossword, which is definitely easier (on all days!) as it is a 5×5, compared to the full-sized crossword (which is 15×15, and the Sunday edition is 21×21!). New crosswords are released at 10PM ET on weekdays and 6PM ET on weekends.
The New York Times crossword was first published in The New York Times in 1942 and has been a daily feature ever since. It is known for its high level of difficulty and for its clever, often playful, clues and themes. The puzzles range in size from 15x15 grids on weekdays to larger 21x21 grids on Sundays, with varying levels of difficulty.
The New York Times crossword is created by a team of skilled puzzle constructors and editors, who work to ensure that each puzzle is both entertaining and challenging for solvers. The puzzles are often themed, with clues and answers related to a particular subject or concept, and they frequently feature wordplay and puns.
Solving the New York Times crossword has become a beloved pastime for many, and there are even competitions and clubs devoted to crossword puzzle solving. The New York Times crossword is available in print in the newspaper and online, and it has a dedicated following of loyal solvers who eagerly await each day's puzzle.
If you’re still struggling to solve your NYT crosswords, consider practicing with the Eugene Sheffer and Thomas Joseph dailies first. If you’re looking for similarly challenging crosswords, we recommend the WSJ Crossword and LA Times Crossword.
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