LA Times Crossword Answers - Updated Daily! (2024)

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• Warmup in gym class maybe: LAPS, Repeated circuits around a track or field.
• Dish with a shell: TACO, A Mexican dish with a folded or rolled tortilla filled with various mixtures.
• Unexpressed: TACIT, Understood or implied without being stated.
• Be a sore winner: GLOAT, To boast or revel in one’s success in a smug manner.
• Country on the Arabian Sea: OMAN, A country located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula.
• Clay colour: OCHRE, A natural clay earth pigment ranging from yellow to deep orange or brown.
• Workplace for some Geniuses: APPLESTORE, A retail store operated by Apple Inc. where customer service “Geniuses” provide assistance.
• Second stringers: BTEAM, The backup players or substitutes in a sports team.
• Tax Day arrival astrologically: ARIES, The zodiac sign for those born between March 21 and April 19, around the time of Tax Day in the U.S.
• Assistant: AIDE, A person who helps or supports someone, often in a professional setting.
• Fabric tear: RIP, A tear or split in a piece of fabric.
• Picture formatted for the small screen?: ICON, A small graphic symbol used in digital interfaces.
• Breakfast chain with a museum in Decatur, Georgia: WAFFLEHOUSE, A popular American breakfast restaurant chain.
• Walked worriedly: PACED, To walk back and forth anxiously.
• Sorry laddie: NAE, Scottish dialect for “no.”
• Slammed with customers: MOBBED, Overwhelmed by a large crowd.
• Make a request: ASK, To inquire or request something.
• Grand in scale: EPIC, Of great size or extent; heroic and impressive.
• Gymnast Lee: SUNI, Suni Lee, an American artistic gymnast.
• Home to Big Bird and Mr. Snuffleupagus: SESAMESTREET, The children’s television show featuring these characters.
• Three-time WNBA MVP Leslie: LISA, Lisa Leslie, a former professional basketball player.
• Scottish gal: LASS, A girl or young woman in Scottish dialect.
• Resistance unit: OHM, The unit of electrical resistance.
• Cupcake Wars competitors: BAKERS, People who bake cakes, bread, and other pastries.
• Frying liquid: OIL, A liquid used in cooking for frying.
• Spanish small bites: TAPAS, Small savory dishes or appetizers in Spanish cuisine.
• Restaurant with a Never-Ending Pasta Pass: OLIVEGARDEN, An American restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine.
• Nu metal band since 1993: KORN, An American nu-metal band.
• Sanctions: OKS, Approves or gives permission.
• Sponge feature: PORE, A small opening on the surface of a sponge.
• Artisan association: GUILD, An association of craftsmen or merchants.
• African snake: MAMBA, A highly venomous snake found in Africa.
• Tasty location associated with Guy Fieri and where to find 18-, 26-, 38-, and 53-Across?: FLAVORTOWN, A catchphrase used by Guy Fieri to describe delicious food locations.
• Decide (to): ELECT, To choose or decide to do something.
• East in Spanish: ESTE, The Spanish word for east.
• Spanish lakes: LAGOS, The Spanish word for lakes.
• Ding-dong __: DITCH, A prank where someone rings a doorbell and runs away.
• Shoulder muscle briefly: DELT, Short for deltoid, the shoulder muscle.
• Out of __: SYNC, Not in harmony or not synchronized.
• JFK alternative: LGA, LaGuardia Airport, an alternative to John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York.
• Andean grazers: ALPACAS, Domesticated animals from the Andes known for their wool.
• Candy mixed with co*ke in a chemistry experiment: POPROCKS, A type of candy that creates a fizzy reaction when mixed with soda.
• Contact lens solution: SALINE, A solution used to clean and store contact lenses.
• Tater bite: TOT, A small, cylindrical piece of deep-fried grated potato.
• Spanish “I love”: AMO, The Spanish word for “I love.”
• Large mimosa order: CARAFE, A large container used for serving drinks.
• Racer Kitty known as the fastest woman in the world: ONEIL, Kitty O’Neil, a famous stuntwoman and racer.
• Not gonna lie …: TOBEHONEST, A phrase used to introduce a candid statement.
• Put on a show: ACT, To perform or play a role in a theatrical production.
• Angelic being: CHERUB, A type of angel often depicted as a chubby, innocent-looking child.
• Confident words at the poker table: IRAISE, A phrase used when increasing the bet in poker.
• Filled in at the office: TEMPED, Worked temporarily in place of someone else.
• Golfing prop: TEE, A small stand used to support a golf ball.
• U-turn from NNE: SSW, A compass direction that is the opposite of north-northeast.
• Objects gently: DEMURS, Politely refuses or raises objections.
• Hoppy pub initials: IPA, Short for India Pale Ale, a type of beer.
• Jungian inner self: ANIMA, The feminine aspect of a man’s personality in Jungian psychology.
• Stand up to: FACE, To confront or deal with boldly.
• Off-Broadway award: OBIE, An award for Off-Broadway theater productions.
• Shortcut created by foot traffic: DESIREPATH, A path formed naturally by people walking.
• Turn a certain corner in Monopoly: PASSGO, To move past the “GO” space in the game of Monopoly.
• Like bread for stuffing: STALE, Bread that has become dry and hard.
• -1412 ft. for the Dead Sea: ELEV, Abbreviation for elevation, indicating the Dead Sea’s depth below sea level.
• Lost traction: SLID, Moved smoothly along a surface, losing grip.
• The lay of the land?: TOPOLOGY, The study of the properties of geometric figures or spaces.
• Earned with extreme effort: HARDWON, Achieved after a great deal of effort.
• Bing portal: MSN, An online service and portal by Microsoft.
• Thundered: BOOMED, Made a deep, resonant sound.
• Basic stuff?: ALKALI, A substance with basic properties, opposite of acidic.
• Destiny: KISMET, A term for fate or destiny.
• Words of warning: ORELSE, A phrase used to warn of consequences.
• Japanese dogs: AKITAS, A breed of large, powerful dogs from Japan.
• Sounded like 52-Down: ARFED, Made a barking sound, like a dog.
• Habitat for Humanity e.g. for short: NGO, Non-Governmental Organization.
• Online address: URL, The address of a web page on the internet.
• Loop in on the DL: BCC, Blind Carbon Copy, a way to send an email to multiple people without them knowing.
• Emory U.’s home: ATL, Abbreviation for Atlanta, Georgia.
• Dog doc: VET, A veterinarian.
• Foreign policy gp.: NSC, National Security Council.

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• Rock classic with the lyric “Darling won’t you ease my worried mind”: LAYLA, A famous rock song by Derek and the Dominos.
• Cardi set piece: CAMI, A camisole, often part of a cardigan set.
• Bloke: CHAP, Informal term for a man or fellow.
• Far from narrow: BROAD, Wide in extent or scope.
• Fanatical: AVID, Showing keen interest or enthusiasm.
• More than just edit: REDO, To do something again, often with improvements.
• Racing venue with a generic speaker sponsorship?: SOUNDTRACK, A whimsical term for a racecourse sponsored by an audio company.
• Bumblers: OAFS, Clumsy or awkward people.
• Sticky pine products: RESINS, Sticky substances produced by pine trees.
• Longtime Yankee manager Joe: TORRE, Joe Torre, a famous baseball manager.
• Some pens: BICS, A brand of ballpoint pens.
• Basketball arena with a generic pollster sponsorship?: DATACENTER, A playful term for an arena sponsored by a data analytics company.
• Olympian Katie Ledecky’s country for short: USA, The United States of America.
• Gym unit: REP, Short for repetition, a single exercise movement.
• Gravy on menus: JUS, A French culinary term for a light gravy or sauce.
• Definitely!: YES, An affirmative response.
• 2017 Emma Watson role: BELLE, The character Emma Watson played in “Beauty and the Beast.”
• Many a reggae artist: RASTA, A follower of Rastafarianism.
• Cricket ground with a generic lift sponsorship?: ELEVATORPITCH, A humorous term for a cricket field sponsored by an elevator company.
• Rot: DECAY, The process of decomposition.
• Ice sheets: FLOES, Large floating sheets of ice.
• D-backs in box scores: ARI, Abbreviation for the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball team.
• Go on the __: LAM, To be on the run, especially from the law.
• Gangnam Style rapper: PSY, The South Korean musician famous for “Gangnam Style.”
• Teensy: WEE, Very small.
• Baseball stadium with a generic zoo sponsorship?: SAFARIPARK, A fanciful term for a baseball park sponsored by a zoo.
• Ibiza por ejemplo: ISLA, Spanish for island, as Ibiza is an example.
• __ owl: bird with white feathers: SNOWY, A type of owl known for its white plumage.
• Saudi Arabia’s capital: RIYADH, The capital city of Saudi Arabia.
• Sicilian volcano: ETNA, A well-known active volcano in Sicily.
• Soccer venue with a generic military sponsorship?: FORCEFIELD, A clever term for a soccer field sponsored by the military.
• Chitchat: TALK, Casual conversation.
• Lotion additive: ALOE, A soothing ingredient commonly added to lotions.
• Star Wars spin-off: ANDOR, A series set in the Star Wars universe.
• Eyelid inflammation: STYE, A small infected swelling on the eyelid.
• Tidings: NEWS, Information or reports of recent events.
• Hoarse: RASPY, Having a rough or harsh-sounding voice.
• Wt. units: LBS, Abbreviation for pounds, a unit of weight.
• One with a platonic partner for short: ARO, Short for aromantic, a person who experiences little or no romantic attraction.
• I have no preference: YOURCALL, A phrase indicating that the decision is up to someone else.
• Parkway divisions: LANES, The separate pathways for vehicles on a road.
• Has a summer job?: ADDS, To hold a seasonal job, often for extra income.
• Rest of the road?: CARNAP, A humorous twist suggesting taking a nap in a car.
• Sailors’ “Halt!”: AVAST, A command to stop or hold.
• Bug maybe: MIC, Short for microphone, which can be used for surveillance.
• Brief “You got me”: IDK, Abbreviation for “I don’t know.”
• Serenade maybe: CROON, To sing softly and intimately.
• Like comfort food: HEARTY, Rich, filling, and satisfying.
• Like some subscriber-based apps: ADFREE, Apps that do not display advertisem*nts.
• Wannabes: POSERS, People who try to imitate others, often without genuine skill or knowledge.
• Beach widener at times: TIDE, The periodic rise and fall of sea levels.
• Take the stand: TESTIFY, To give evidence or bear witness, especially in court.
• Rude address: BUB, An informal and sometimes disrespectful way to address someone.
• Understood: ISEE, A phrase indicating comprehension.
• Not closed: AJAR, Slightly open.
• Turning point: CUSP, A point of transition between two different states.
• Merrymaking: REVELRY, Lively and noisy festivities.
• Was in first: LED, To be ahead in a race or competition.
• The Natural protagonist Hobbs: ROY, The main character in the novel and film “The Natural.”
• The A of RHOA: Abbr.: ATL, Short for Atlanta, the setting of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.”
• Beneficial berry: ACAI, A berry known for its health benefits.
• Pack (down): TAMP, To press or pack down firmly.
• Dairy structures: COWSHEDS, Buildings where cows are housed.
• “Come to my side, pup!”: HEEL, A command for a dog to walk closely beside its owner.
• __ shanty: SEA, A type of traditional maritime song.
• Cash on hand, investments, etc.: ASSETS, Items of value owned by a person or company.
• Give a piece of one’s mind: RANTAT, To criticize or scold angrily.
• “That’d be nice”: IFONLY, A phrase expressing a wistful desire.
• Tag lines?: PRICES, The amounts of money required for products, often found on tags.
• Actress Ione: SKYE, Ione Skye, an actress known for her roles in various films.
• Wide __: AWAKE, Fully alert and conscious.
• Bow projectile: ARROW, A pointed weapon shot from a bow.
• Tony winner Menzel: IDINA, Idina Menzel, a singer and actress known for her Broadway performances.
• Not close: AFAR, At a great distance.
• Swiftie to Swift: FAN, A devoted admirer of Taylor Swift.
• Joyful cry at a fútbol match: OLE, A cheer used by fans at soccer matches.
• Cut back: LOP, To trim or cut off.
• Needing a humidifier: DRY, Lacking moisture.

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• Highest point: ACME, The highest or most successful point.
• Sunup: DAWN, The first appearance of daylight in the morning.
• App opener: USER, The person who opens or uses an application.
• Arrested Development actress Portia de __: ROSSI, Portia de Rossi, an actress known for her role in the TV show “Arrested Development.”
• Vietnam’s continent: ASIA, The continent where Vietnam is located.
• Jewish wedding dance: HORA, A traditional dance performed at Jewish weddings.
• Conclude with: ENDON, To finish or terminate with something.
• Like some boots: THIGHHIGH, Boots that extend up to the thighs.
• Message on a rescue dog’s kennel perhaps: ADOPTME, A sign indicating that the dog is available for adoption.
• Continental coins: EUROS, The currency used by many countries in the European Union.
• Jewish New Year: ROSHHASHANAH, The Jewish holiday celebrating the beginning of the Jewish year.
• First __ kit: AID, A set of supplies and equipment for use in giving first aid.
• PDQ kin: ASAP, Abbreviation for “as soon as possible.”
• Pekoe e.g.: TEA, A type of black tea.
• Complete as a PDF contract: ESIGN, To electronically sign a document.
• Large deer: ELKS, A type of large deer found in North America and eastern Asia.
• Boys: LADS, Informal term for boys or young men.
• With 39-Across considered carefully: THOUGHT, Pondered or reflected upon.
• See 37-Across: THROUGH, In this context, combined with 37-Across to mean “thought through” or considered carefully.
• Word before crawl or cycle: NEWS, Combined with “crawl” to form “news crawl” or “cycle” to form “news cycle.”
• Dismayed cry: OHNO, An expression of shock or concern.
• Cosmetician Lauder: ESTEE, Estée Lauder, founder of the cosmetics company.
• Orthodontists org.: ADA, American Dental Association.
• Roasting rod: SPIT, A rod used for roasting meat over a fire.
• CT summer hrs.: EDT, Eastern Daylight Time, the time zone for Connecticut in summer.
• How do you tell them apart?: WHICHISWHICH, A question asking for clarification between two similar items.
• Skylit courtyards: ATRIA, Open-roofed spaces in buildings, often with skylights.
• Focus of many a school fair: SCIENCE, Often the subject of school fairs and projects.
• Youth organization that 18-, 23-, 37-/39-, and 48-Across could be members of?: FOURHCLUB, A youth organization focused on agriculture, science, and personal development.
• Lowest point: NADIR, The lowest or most unsuccessful point.
• Went by car: RODE, Traveled in a vehicle.
• Teller’s partner in magic: PENN, Penn Jillette, part of the magic duo Penn & Teller.
• Pulverize as peppercorns: GRIND, To crush into small particles.
• Rubber-stamped: OKED, Approved without much thought or scrutiny.
• x or y on graphs: AXIS, One of the reference lines on a graph.
• Clothing labels: TAGS, Small pieces of fabric or paper with information about the garment.
• Toward the back: AREAR, In or toward the rear.
• Many a retirement unit: CONDO, Short for condominium, a type of housing unit.
• Windows predecessor: MSDOS, The operating system that preceded Microsoft Windows.
• Part of the digestive system: ESOPHAGUS, The tube that connects the throat to the stomach.
• Calendar array: DATES, A series of days shown on a calendar.
• Wood for many woodworking projects: ASH, A type of hardwood used in carpentry.
• Nintendo game console: WII, A home video game console released by Nintendo.
• Remind constantly: NAG, To annoy by continually reminding.
• Surely!: UHHUH, An informal way of saying “yes.”
• French evening: SOIR, The French word for evening.
• Logicians’ “In that case …”: ERGO, A Latin word meaning “therefore.”
• Stadium cheers: RAHS, Cheers or shouts of encouragement from a crowd.
• Latest trend: INTHING, Something currently popular.
• Jalopy: HEAP, An old, dilapidated car.
• Furious: MAD, Extremely angry.
• Actor Holbrook: HAL, Hal Holbrook, an American actor.
• Invite for: ASKTO, To request someone to join or attend something.
• Two-time NBA MVP Steve: NASH, Steve Nash, a former professional basketball player.
• Pulled tight: TAUT, Stretched or pulled tight.
• Border: EDGE, The outer limit or boundary.
• Tennis icon Arthur: ASHE, Arthur Ashe, a renowned tennis player and humanitarian.
• Active volcano on Sicily: ETNA, A volcano located on the island of Sicily.
• Garden tool storage building: SHED, A small building for storing tools and equipment.
• Sioux City state: IOWA, The U.S. state where Sioux City is located.
• Code of conduct: ETHIC, A set of moral principles or rules of behavior.
• Gave up in despair: LOSTHEART, To become discouraged or give up hope.
• Pueblo people: HOPI, A Native American tribe in the southwestern United States.
• Motor City NHL player: REDWING, A member of the Detroit Red Wings hockey team.
• To the __ degree: NTH, To the utmost or extreme degree.
• Former Iranian ruler: SHAH, The title of the former monarch of Iran.
• Key next to F1: ESC, The escape key on a keyboard.
• Jittery from too much caffeine: WIRED, Feeling anxious or hyperactive due to caffeine.
• IDs on copyright pages: ISBNS, International Standard Book

Thank you for visiting my page! I just finished solving the LA Times Crossword for June 11 2024 (Tuesday) and posted the answers along with a description for each clue as shown below. Please leave a comment and let me know what do you think. How long did it take you to finish today’s puzzle?

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• Highest point: ACME, The highest or most successful point.
• Sunup: DAWN, The first appearance of daylight in the morning.
• App opener: USER, The person who opens or uses an application.
• Arrested Development actress Portia de __: ROSSI, Portia de Rossi, an actress known for her role in the TV show “Arrested Development.”
• Vietnam’s continent: ASIA, The continent where Vietnam is located.
• Jewish wedding dance: HORA, A traditional dance performed at Jewish weddings.
• Conclude with: ENDON, To finish or terminate with something.
• Like some boots: THIGHHIGH, Boots that extend up to the thighs.
• Message on a rescue dog’s kennel perhaps: ADOPTME, A sign indicating that the dog is available for adoption.
• Continental coins: EUROS, The currency used by many countries in the European Union.
• Jewish New Year: ROSHHASHANAH, The Jewish holiday celebrating the beginning of the Jewish year.
• First __ kit: AID, A set of supplies and equipment for use in giving first aid.
• PDQ kin: ASAP, Abbreviation for “as soon as possible.”
• Pekoe e.g.: TEA, A type of black tea.
• Complete as a PDF contract: ESIGN, To electronically sign a document.
• Large deer: ELKS, A type of large deer found in North America and eastern Asia.
• Boys: LADS, Informal term for boys or young men.
• With 39-Across considered carefully: THOUGHT, Pondered or reflected upon.
• See 37-Across: THROUGH, In this context, combined with 37-Across to mean “thought through” or considered carefully.
• Word before crawl or cycle: NEWS, Combined with “crawl” to form “news crawl” or “cycle” to form “news cycle.”
• Dismayed cry: OHNO, An expression of shock or concern.
• Cosmetician Lauder: ESTEE, Estée Lauder, founder of the cosmetics company.
• Orthodontists org.: ADA, American Dental Association.
• Roasting rod: SPIT, A rod used for roasting meat over a fire.
• CT summer hrs.: EDT, Eastern Daylight Time, the time zone for Connecticut in summer.
• How do you tell them apart?: WHICHISWHICH, A question asking for clarification between two similar items.
• Skylit courtyards: ATRIA, Open-roofed spaces in buildings, often with skylights.
• Focus of many a school fair: SCIENCE, Often the subject of school fairs and projects.
• Youth organization that 18-, 23-, 37-/39-, and 48-Across could be members of?: FOURHCLUB, A youth organization focused on agriculture, science, and personal development.
• Lowest point: NADIR, The lowest or most unsuccessful point.
• Went by car: RODE, Traveled in a vehicle.
• Teller’s partner in magic: PENN, Penn Jillette, part of the magic duo Penn & Teller.
• Pulverize as peppercorns: GRIND, To crush into small particles.
• Rubber-stamped: OKED, Approved without much thought or scrutiny.
• x or y on graphs: AXIS, One of the reference lines on a graph.
• Clothing labels: TAGS, Small pieces of fabric or paper with information about the garment.
• Toward the back: AREAR, In or toward the rear.
• Many a retirement unit: CONDO, Short for condominium, a type of housing unit.
• Windows predecessor: MSDOS, The operating system that preceded Microsoft Windows.
• Part of the digestive system: ESOPHAGUS, The tube that connects the throat to the stomach.
• Calendar array: DATES, A series of days shown on a calendar.
• Wood for many woodworking projects: ASH, A type of hardwood used in carpentry.
• Nintendo game console: WII, A home video game console released by Nintendo.
• Remind constantly: NAG, To annoy by continually reminding.
• Surely!: UHHUH, An informal way of saying “yes.”
• French evening: SOIR, The French word for evening.
• Logicians’ “In that case …”: ERGO, A Latin word meaning “therefore.”
• Stadium cheers: RAHS, Cheers or shouts of encouragement from a crowd.
• Latest trend: INTHING, Something currently popular.
• Jalopy: HEAP, An old, dilapidated car.
• Furious: MAD, Extremely angry.
• Actor Holbrook: HAL, Hal Holbrook, an American actor.
• Invite for: ASKTO, To request someone to join or attend something.
• Two-time NBA MVP Steve: NASH, Steve Nash, a former professional basketball player.
• Pulled tight: TAUT, Stretched or pulled tight.
• Border: EDGE, The outer limit or boundary.
• Tennis icon Arthur: ASHE, Arthur Ashe, a renowned tennis player and humanitarian.
• Active volcano on Sicily: ETNA, A volcano located on the island of Sicily.
• Garden tool storage building: SHED, A small building for storing tools and equipment.
• Sioux City state: IOWA, The U.S. state where Sioux City is located.
• Code of conduct: ETHIC, A set of moral principles or rules of behavior.
• Gave up in despair: LOSTHEART, To become discouraged or give up hope.
• Pueblo people: HOPI, A Native American tribe in the southwestern United States.
• Motor City NHL player: REDWING, A member of the Detroit Red Wings hockey team.
• To the __ degree: NTH, To the utmost or extreme degree.
• Former Iranian ruler: SHAH, The title of the former monarch of Iran.
• Key next to F1: ESC, The escape key on a keyboard.
• Jittery from too much caffeine: WIRED, Feeling anxious or hyperactive due to caffeine.
• IDs on copyright pages: ISBNS, International Standard Book

Thank you for visiting my page! I just finished solving the LA Times Crossword for June 10 2024 (Monday) and posted the answers along with a description for each clue as shown below. Please leave a comment and let me know what do you think. How long did it take you to finish today’s puzzle?

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Constructed by: Noelle Griskey

• Taj Mahal city: AGRA, The city in India where the Taj Mahal is located.
• Hors d’oeuvres spread: PATE, A rich, smooth paste made from meat, fish, or vegetables.
• Type of ski lift: TBAR, A ski lift where skiers are pulled uphill by a T-shaped bar.
• Greet the day: ARISE, To get up from sleep or rise.
• Clever thought: IDEA, A mental conception or notion.
• Cogito __ sum: ERGO, Latin for “I think, therefore I am.”
• Low-slung jeans: HIPHUGGERS, Jeans that sit low on the hips.
• Semimonthly tide: NEAP, A tide just after the first or third quarters of the moon when there is the least difference between high and low water.
• Hit the gas: SPEEDUP, To accelerate or go faster.
• Term of endearment: PETNAME, A nickname used to address someone affectionately.
• Mega Stuf cookie: OREO, A version of the popular sandwich cookie with extra filling.
• Helped out: AIDED, Provided assistance or support.
• 1993 film about the Olympic bobsled team from Jamaica: COOLRUNNINGS, A comedy film about the Jamaican bobsled team’s journey to the Winter Olympics.
• Just Mercy actor __ Jackson Jr.: OSHEA, O’Shea Jackson Jr., an actor known for his role in “Just Mercy.”
• __ leches cake: TRES, A traditional Latin American cake soaked in three kinds of milk.
• Quiet Quiet!: SHH, A request for silence.
• Landed on a perch: ALIT, To settle or come to rest.
• The Road Not Taken poet Robert: FROST, A famous American poet known for his work “The Road Not Taken.”
• Clever tactic: PLOY, A cunning plan or action designed to turn a situation to one’s own advantage.
• Brits’ washroom: LOO, British slang for bathroom.
• Get ready for short: PREP, To prepare or get ready.
• Within the __ of possibility: REALM, Within the range or scope of what is possible.
• Magazine with tips and techniques for anglers: FLYFISHERMAN, A magazine dedicated to fly fishing.
• I feel the same: METOO, An expression of agreement or shared sentiment.
• Some 30-Down employees: Abbr.: CPAS, Certified Public Accountants who work in accounting firms.
• Like some sandals: OPENTOE, Sandals that leave the toes exposed.
• Up for discussion: ATISSUE, Something that is being debated or discussed.
• N on a French map: NORD, The French word for north.
• New beginning and a feature of 17-, 26-, and 44-Across: FRESHSTART, A new beginning or opportunity.
• Beige hue: ECRU, A light beige or off-white color.
• Mattress specification: FIRM, Referring to the firmness level of a mattress.
• Dramatic ballroom dance: TANGO, A passionate and dramatic dance originating from Argentina.
• Quakers’ you: THEE, An archaic or formal version of “you,” used by Quakers.
• Sail the seven __: SEAS, A phrase meaning to travel across all the major oceans.
• Adolescent: TEEN, A person aged between 13 and 19 years.
• Spa sounds: AAHS, Sounds of relaxation or pleasure.
• Subject of a basic golf lesson: GRIP, The way a golfer holds the club.
• Like a fragrant melon: RIPE, Fully developed and ready to be eaten or used.
• Wimbledon winner Arthur: ASHE, Arthur Ashe, a famous tennis player.
• Peanuts character in a cloud of dirt: PIGPEN, A character from the comic strip “Peanuts” known for being perpetually dirty.
• Suffix with lemon and Gator: ADE, A suffix used to denote a drink made from lemon or a sports drink like Gatorade.
• Maryland athlete for short: TERP, A nickname for athletes from the University of Maryland (Terrapins).
• Reduce as anxiety: EASE, To make less severe or intense.
• Sport for 4-Down: TENNIS, A sport played with a racket and ball.
• Sourdough or rye: BREAD, Types of bread made from different ingredients.
• Best competitive effort informally: AGAME, One’s best performance.
• Cordoned (off): ROPED, To enclose or separate with a rope.
• Pulitzer-winning novelist Welty: EUDORA, Eudora Welty, an American author known for her short stories and novels.
• Hindu spiritual mentor: GURU, A teacher or guide in Hinduism.
• Identifies on social media: TAGS, To label or mention someone in a social media post.
• Pertinent to the discussion: ONTOPIC, Relevant to the subject being discussed.
• Mined fuel: COAL, A fossil fuel used for energy production.
• Norway home of the Munch Museum: OSLO, The capital city of Norway.
• Cleveland’s state: OHIO, A state in the United States.
• Allow: LET, To permit or allow.
• Tax-collecting org.: IRS, Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. federal tax agency.
• After expenses: NET, The amount remaining after all deductions.
• Bang shut: SLAM, To close with force.
• Hi amiga!: HOLA, A Spanish greeting meaning “hello.”
• Church choir song: HYMN, A religious song sung in worship.
• Cook in a wok: FRY, To cook food in hot oil.
• NFL official: REF, Short for referee.
• Part of mph: PER, Used in the abbreviation for miles per hour.
• Parcel of land: PLOT, A piece of land.
• Fight against: RESIST, To oppose or withstand.
• Dish with melted cheese or chocolate: FONDUE, A Swiss dish of melted cheese or chocolate.
• Muscle cramps e.g.: SPASMS, Sudden, involuntary muscle contractions.
• Owns biblically: HATH, An archaic form of “has.”
• Impressionist painter Claude: MONET, A founder of French Impressionist painting.
• Noteworthy time period: EPOCH, A significant period in history.
• Pied-à-__: secondary residence: TERRE, A secondary or temporary residence.
• Trade-__: concessions: OFFS, A mutual exchange of benefits or trade-offs.
• Cleveland’s lake: ERIE, One of the Great Lakes.
• Sports page datum for short: STAT, Short for statistic.
• Of sound mind: SANE, Mentally healthy.
• Encourage: URGE, To strongly encourage or persuade.
• School near Windsor Castle: ETON, A prestigious boys’ school in England.
• Noteworthy time period: ERA, A distinct period of history.

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Constructed by: Amanda Cook & Kelly Richardson

• Center: HEART, The central or most important part.
• Visibly nervous: SHAKY, Unsteady or trembling due to anxiety.
• BCBS offering: HMO, Health Maintenance Organization provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Beaker’s sound: MEEP, A high-pitched sound often made by scientific equipment.
• Wabbit hunter Fudd: ELMER, The cartoon character Elmer Fudd from Looney Tunes.
• Like a foggy graveyard: EERIE, Strange and frightening.
• Brim (with): TEEM, To be full of or swarming with.
• Minnesota representative Ilhan: OMAR, Ilhan Omar, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
• College administrators who never skip gym class?: RIPPEDDEANS, A humorous term for physically fit college deans.
• Panache: ELAN, Distinctive style or flair.
• Score symbol: NOTE, A symbol representing a musical sound.
• Mattel product: DOLL, A toy figure representing a human.
• Whoops: YELLS, An exclamation often followed by a loud shout.
• Mistake a bluebird for a blue bird?: CALLITAJAY, To incorrectly identify a bluebird as a jay.
• Harder to hike: STEEPER, More inclined or difficult to climb.
• Big yikes: HOOBOY, An expression of surprise or concern.
• Court orders: WRITS, Legal documents ordering or prohibiting some action.
• __ Talks: TED, A series of influential talks on a variety of subjects.
• Shinbone: TIBIA, The inner and larger bone of the lower leg.
• Podcast equipment: MIC, Short for microphone.
• Iverson in the Basketball Hall of Fame: ALLEN, Allen Iverson, a retired professional basketball player.
• Finally breaking up with that no-good pool hall hustler?: DUMPINGTHESHARK, A play on the term “jumping the shark,” meaning to end a relationship with someone untrustworthy.
• Nintendo Switch precursor: WII, A home video game console released by Nintendo.
• Carolyn Bertozzi notably: CHEMIST, An American chemist known for her work in bioorthogonal chemistry.
• One with niblings: AUNT, A person with nieces or nephews.
• Regret: RUE, To feel sorrow or remorse for.
• Massachusetts state tree: ELM, The American elm tree, designated as the state tree.
• __ Nagila: Hebrew folk song: HAVA, A traditional Jewish song meaning “Let us rejoice.”
• Made brownies say: BAKED, Prepared by cooking in an oven.
• Crafty platform: ETSY, An online marketplace for handmade and vintage items.
• Gwen of No Doubt: STEFANI, Gwen Stefani, the lead vocalist of the band No Doubt.
• Penalty shot defender: GOALIE, The player who defends the goal in sports like hockey and soccer.
• Queues up: WAITS, To line up or wait in line.
• Tiny bells added to an ugly Christmas sweater?: JANGLINGMODIFIERS, Small decorative items that make a jingly sound.
• Still-life subject often: FRUIT, Common objects depicted in still-life paintings.
• Man cave locale maybe: GARAGE, A space often used as a personal retreat.
• In the spotlight for bad behavior: ONBLAST, Publicly called out or criticized.
• Freight option: RAIL, Transportation of goods by train.
• Nick of Cape Fear: NOLTE, Nick Nolte, an actor known for his role in the film “Cape Fear.”
• Purple bloom: IRIS, A type of flowering plant with showy blooms.
• Once called: NEE, Used to indicate a woman’s maiden name.
• Exit full screen button: ESC, The escape key on a keyboard.
• Toodles: CIAO, An informal way to say goodbye.
• Indian flatbread: CHAPATI, A type of unleavened bread from India.
• Some undergrad degs.: AAS, Associate of Applied Science degrees.
• Honorific for San Francisco’s top athlete?: THEJOCKOFTHEBAY, A playful title for a prominent athlete from San Francisco.
• Churchyard peals: TOLLS, The sound of bells ringing.
• Scrape (by): EKE, To manage to make a living with difficulty.
• Opera solos: ARIAS, Solo vocal pieces in operas.
• Muscle mag muscle: PEC, Short for pectoral muscles.
• Space Invaders console: ATARI, The video game console that popularized “Space Invaders.”
• Marzipan nut: ALMOND, The primary ingredient in marzipan.
• Abandons: DESERTS, To leave someone or something behind.
• Beaver construction party?: DAMSESSION, A playful term for beavers building a dam.
• Concert platform: RISER, A raised stage for performers.
• Heavenly glow: AURA, A distinctive atmosphere or quality.
• NYC drama award: OBIE, Awards given to Off-Broadway theater productions.
• Vegan pho protein: TOFU, A plant-based protein used in the Vietnamese noodle soup.
• Good news! The animals living under the deck aren’t skunks!?: JUSTBUNNIES, A humorous reassurance.
• Bridesmaid’s handful: POSY, A small bouquet of flowers.
• Tinnitus docs: ENTS, Ear, Nose, and Throat specialists.
• Balance sheet entry: ASSET, An item of value owned by a company.
• Sty sounds: OINKS, The sounds made by pigs.
• Lob: TOSS, To throw something lightly or casually.
• Director Anderson: WES, Wes Anderson, known for his distinctive filmmaking style.
• Big bangs: WHAMS, Loud explosive sounds.
• Like a windbag: GASSY, Full of hot air; overly talkative.
• Ranch groups: HERDS, Groups of livestock managed on a ranch.
• Daniel Deronda novelist: ELIOT, George Eliot, the pen name of Mary Ann Evans.
• Bountiful: AMPLE, More than enough.
• Brimming (with): REPLETE, Filled or well-supplied with something.
• Three in Trieste: TRE, The Italian word for three.
• Occasion to read the Haggadah: SEDER, A Jewish ritual feast during Passover.
• Tap location: HEEL, The back part of the foot.
• North __ Sea: Central Asian lake: ARAL, A lake in Central Asia that has been shrinking.
• Bonds between friends: KINSHIPS, Relationships based on family or close friendship.
• Absolutely!: YES, An emphatic agreement.
• Are you even listening?: HELLO, A call for attention.
• Like overripe apples: MEALY, Having a dry, crumbly texture.
• Hyatt competitor: OMNI, A hotel chain.
• Orange-and-black butterfly: MONARCH, A type of butterfly known for its migration.
• Fire in a text?: EMOJI, A small digital image used to express an idea or emotion.
• Patronize as a bistro: EATAT, To dine at a specific place.
• Hunts with on: PREYS, To hunt and feed on.
• Rooibos pouch: TEABAG, A small porous sack containing tea leaves.
• Made an egg into an Easter egg: DYED, Colored or decorated.
• Invent as a word: COIN, To create a new word or phrase.
• Chocolate-and-vanilla soft serve: TWIST, A type of ice cream cone with both flavors swirled together.
• Inclination: PENCHANT, A strong liking or preference for something.
• Memorial piece: OBIT, Short for obituary, a notice of someone’s death.
• Ew stop talking!: TMI, Too much information.
• Resew maybe: MEND, To repair by sewing.
• Dazzles: AWES, To inspire with wonder or admiration.
• Jaunty tune: LILT, A cheerful, lively song.
• Ceviche marinade: LIMEJUICE, The acidic liquid used to cook ceviche.
• Crafty sort: DEVIL, A mischievous or cunning person.
• Hindu goddess also known as Parvati: UMA, The wife of Shiva in Hindu mythology.
• Activist known for his time aboard the Enterprise: TAKEI, George Takei, known for his role in “Star Trek” and his activism.
• Tinge: HUE, A shade or color.
• Small-batch: ARTISANAL, Made in limited quantities, often by hand.
• Used car concern: RUST, Corrosion that can affect older vehicles.
• Florida __: KEYS, A chain of islands off the coast of Florida.
• Get together: HANG, To spend time with friends or family.
• Online journal: BLOG, A website where personal or professional thoughts are posted.
• Assistant: AIDE, A person who helps or supports someone.
• Former Chief Justice Warren: EARL, Earl Warren, the 14th Chief Justice of the United States.
• Word in many a YouTube title: FAIL, Used to indicate a video of a mishap or mistake.
• Little pest: GNAT, A small flying insect that can be annoying.
• D&D monster: OGRE, A large and fearsome creature in Dungeons & Dragons.
• I’m an open book Reddit sesh: AMA, Ask Me Anything, a popular interactive session on Reddit.
• Squarespace creations: WEBSITES, Online platforms created using Squarespace.
• Heavy-duty cooler brand: IGLOO, A brand known for its robust coolers.
• Venture: FORAY, An initial attempt or excursion into a new area or activity.
• What’s __ for you?: INIT, Short for “in it,” meaning involved or interested.
• Sitar ridge: FRET, A raised part on the neck of a stringed instrument.
• Hasty: RASH, Done without careful consideration.
• Wax closure: SEAL, A closure made by melting wax to secure a document.
• Harper of No Country for Old Men: TESS, Tess Harper, an actress known for her role in the film.
• French Riviera city: NICE, A city in the south of France known for its Mediterranean coast.
• Iowa state tree: OAK, The designated state tree of Iowa.
• Many a Lagunitas brew briefly: IPA, India Pale Ale, a type of beer brewed by Lagunitas.
• Roberts who was one of NPR’s Founding Mothers: co*kIE, co*kie Roberts, a journalist and commentator.
• Helmet clip spot: CHIN, The part of the helmet where a strap is secured.
• Result of standing up too fast: HEADRUSH, A dizzy sensation caused by a sudden change in posture.
• Six-packs sometimes: ABS, Abdominal muscles.
• Game day tops: JERSEYS, Shirts worn by athletes and fans on game day.
• Nathan’s __ hot dogs: FAMOUS, Referring to Nathan’s Famous, a well-known hot dog brand.
• Jumbo suffix: TRON, A suffix denoting something large or grand.
• Papua New Guinea region: OCEANIA, The region that includes Papua New Guinea.
• Cuzco’s country: PERU, The country where the city of Cuzco is located.
• Rescue as a pet: ADOPT, To take in an animal from a shelter.
• Don’t: TABOO, Something that is forbidden or prohibited.
• Off: AMISS, Something that is not quite right.
• In concert: ASONE, Acting together harmoniously.
• Rides: LIFTS, Another term for giving someone a ride or transportation.
• Balance sheet entries: DEBTS, Liabilities or amounts owed.
• Cuzco attraction: RUINS, Ancient remains or structures found in Cuzco.
• Does the Tour du Mont Blanc say: TREKS, Long and challenging hikes or walks.
• Bold: SASSY, Confident and cheeky.
• Crockpot recipe: STEW, A dish made by slow-cooking ingredients in a pot.
• The Lovebirds actress Rae: ISSA, Issa Rae, known for her role in the film “The Lovebirds.”
• Derive (from): STEM, To originate from.
• Chatter: JAW, To talk incessantly.
• Holiday party serving: NOG, Short for eggnog, a traditional holiday drink.

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Constructed by: Emily Biegas & Sala Wanetick

• Emmy-winning sitcom created by Susan Harris: SOAP, A satirical soap opera parody that aired from 1977 to 1981.
• Held in suspense: BATED, To wait anxiously or with bated breath.
• Eats: GRUB, Slang for food.
• Mercury Prize-winning singer-songwriter Parks: ARLO, A British artist known for their evocative lyrics and soulful music.
• She-Hulk actress Renée __ Goldsberry: ELISE, Renée Elise Goldsberry is known for her role in the Marvel series.
• Decor do-over informally: RENO, Short for renovation.
• Prosaic: UNORIGINAL, Lacking in originality, commonplace.
• Parroted: APED, To mimic or imitate closely.
• My pleasure: DONTMENTIONIT, A polite response to thanks.
• Stresses in a way: ITERATES, To say or do something repeatedly.
• The quicksand of reason per George Sand: VANITY, Excessive pride in oneself, considered detrimental.
• Coolers for short: ACS, Abbreviation for air conditioners.
• Real mensch: GEM, A person of integrity and honor.
• Lav: LOO, British slang for bathroom.
• Piedmont product: ASTI, Italian sparkling wine from the Piedmont region.
• City in French Flanders: LILLE, A city in northern France.
• Bother: IRK, To annoy or irritate.
• Question of when: WHATSTODAYSDATE, An inquiry about the current date.
• Peachy: AOK, Everything is fine.
• Tell me you didn’t: OHGOD, An expression of disbelief or disappointment.
• Singles: ONES, Denomination of currency.
• Wrath: IRE, Intense anger.
• Prefix with diversity: BIO, Relating to life or biological processes.
• Compass rose dir.: SSW, Abbreviation for south-southwest.
• Next week on … segment: TEASER, A preview of upcoming events or shows.
• Most tidy: CLEANEST, The most clean or orderly.
• Crunchy snack: HARDSHELLTACO, A type of taco with a crisp shell.
• Uh no: ASIF, Expression of disbelief or skepticism.
• March Madness stage: ELITEEIGHT, The round of eight teams in the NCAA basketball tournament.
• Garden veggie: CUKE, Short for cucumber.
• Gulf of Aden republic: YEMEN, A country in the Arabian Peninsula.
• Idea shared by many: MEME, A cultural idea or trend spread via the internet.
• Prefix on many Chinese brand names: EVER, A common prefix in Chinese brand names, implying longevity.
• Swelling: EDEMA, Medical term for fluid retention in tissues.
• Winged figure in Piccadilly Circus: EROS, Statue of the Greek god of love in London.
• Riyadh resident: SAUDI, A person from Saudi Arabia.
• … unless you think otherwise: ORNOT, A phrase used to offer an alternative.
• Solo: ALONE, To be by oneself.
• Hanging in a drawing room: PORTRAIT, A painting or photograph of a person.
• Brings about: BEGETS, To cause or produce.
• Dress shape: ALINE, A dress style that flares out from the waist.
• Colors: TINTS, Shades or variations of colors.
• Actor Morales: ESAI, Esai Morales, known for his roles in various films and TV shows.
• Cole Porter biopic starring Kevin Kline: DELOVELY, A film about the life of composer Cole Porter.
• Wood flooring feature: GRAIN, The natural pattern in wood.
• Coldly calculating: REPTILIAN, Showing lack of emotion or warmth.
• Ceci n’est pas __ pipe: UNE, From René Magritte’s famous painting, “The Treachery of Images.”
• Compact figure?: BOD, Slang for body.
• Big Apple output: IMAC, A product made by Apple Inc.
• William and Mary: NAMES, Refers to the names of the monarchs or the college.
• Decadent cake: TORTE, A rich, layered cake.
• Joins the team?: YOKES, To harness or join together.
• Hefty alternative: GLAD, Brand of trash bags.
• Keep an eye out for: AWAIT, To wait in anticipation.
• Haruki Murakami’s Kafka on the __: SHORE, Title of a novel by Haruki Murakami.
• Beat it: TAKEAHIKE, An idiom meaning to go away.
• Letterhead image maybe: LOGO, A graphic symbol representing a company.
• Terse oath: IDO, A short declaration, often used in marriage ceremonies.
• Composed: SOBER, Calm and controlled.
• Chakra that signifies the unconscious mind: THIRDEYE, The sixth chakra in Hindu tradition.
• Quiet stretch: DOWNTIME, Period of relaxation or inactivity.
• Singer dubbed the Tejano Madonna: SELENA, Famous Mexican-American singer.
• Prime Day event: SALE, Annual sales event by Amazon.
• More cautious: SAFER, Less risky.
• Ring: CHIME, A sound made by a bell or a clock.
• Who cares what they do: LETEM, Slang for “let them.”
• More than ready: EAGER, Very enthusiastic or excited.
• Poor sap: SCHMO, Slang for a foolish or gullible person.
• Uh yeah: TOTES, Slang for “totally.”
• __ dog: SLED, A dog trained to pull a sled.
• Part of LGBTQIA+ or 10-J-Q-K-A: ACE, Can refer to asexuality or a playing card rank.
• Tucson or Santa Fe: SUV, Types of sport utility vehicles named after cities.