Not busy NYT Crossword Clue

By Last Update: MAY 18, 2026 Follow on Google

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Puzzle NYT Midi Crossword - May 18 2026
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Not busy" is IDLE.

The clue 'Not busy' directly refers to a state of inactivity or lack of work, which is precisely what 'idle' means. In a crossword context, this straightforward clue requires matching the definition to a synonym.

This clue was last seen in the NYT Midi Crossword on May 18, 2026.

Idle means not active or not in use, often implying a lack of work or activity.

Doing nothing, Sitting still, Run in neutral, Not industrious, Like a couch potato

The 4-letter answer to “Not busy” in the NYT Midi puzzle May 18 2026 is IDLE.

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