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Clues and answers
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Actor Nick : NOLTE
The answer to "Actor Nick" is "NOLTE" because Nick Nolte is a well-known actor in the film industry.
Actor Nick : NOLTE
Nick Nolte is a well-known actor in Hollywood, so "Actor Nick" is a common clue used in crossword puzzles to refer to him.
Actress Taylor-Joy : ANYA
Anya Taylor-Joy is an actress known for her roles in movies such as "The Queen's Gambit" and "Split." In crossword puzzles, "Actress Taylor-Joy" is a common clue that indicates the answer should be her first name, which is "Anya."
Alfa __ : ROMEO
"Alfa" is a common nickname for the Italian car manufacturer Alfa Romeo, making "ROMEO" the right answer.
AMC car known as “The Flying Fishbowl” : PACER
The AMC car known as "The Flying Fishbowl" is the PACER because of its unique design featuring large wraparound windows that resemble a fishbowl.
American cheese? : POTUS
The clue "American cheese?" is a play on words, where "American" refers to something or someone from America. "POTUS" stands for President of the United States, which is a common term used to refer to the American president. Therefore, "POTUS" is the right answer to the clue "American cheese?".
Arterial insert : STENT
The answer "STENT" fits the clue "Arterial insert" because a stent is a small tube inserted into a blood vessel to keep it open and allow blood to flow through.
Attach : TIE ON
The answer "TAG ON" is the right solution for the clue "Attach" because "tagging on" means adding something extra or attaching something to an existing item. It fits the clue perfectly.
Attach : TIE ON
"TIE ON" is the right solution because it means to fasten or secure something by using a knot or fastening device, which is a common way to attach things together.
Australian open? : G’DAY MATE
"Australian open?" is a play on words referring to the Australian greeting "G’day mate," making it the right solution.
Big whiff : AIR BALL
"Big whiff" is a term used in sports, especially in basketball, to describe a shot that completely misses the basket without touching the rim or backboard. An "AIR BALL" is when the basketball doesn't even come close to the hoop, making it the right solution for this clue.
Bird in a eucalyptus forest : EMU
The EMU is a large bird native to Australia commonly found in eucalyptus forests. Its name fits the clue perfectly.
Blowout patch, at a diner : PANCAKE
The answer "PANCAKE" fits the clue because a pancake is a flat, round cake made from batter and cooked on a griddle, which could be considered a "blowout patch" at a diner due to its size and shape.
Book jacket blurb : BIO
The abbreviation "BIO" is commonly used to refer to a short biography that is often found on a book jacket.
Boss (around) : ORDER
The word "order" can mean to boss someone around or to give commands. In this context, "boss (around)" is a clue that suggests the answer "order."
Captcha capture : BOT
The answer "BOT" is correct because a "Captcha capture" is typically done by a computer program or software known as a bot.
Chance : RISK
"Risk" is synonymous with chance as both refer to the possibility of something happening. In the context of a crossword puzzle, "Risk" fits the clue as it is a common word that captures the essence of taking a chance or a gamble.
Cookie with green creme : MINT OREO
The answer "MINT OREO" fits because it is a type of cookie with green creme filling, specifically a mint-flavored Oreo cookie.
Daisy known as the “Rosa Parks of the North” : MYERS
Decide not to run : KILL
English channel? : THE BEEB
"The Beeb" is a colloquial term for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), which is a major English channel in terms of broadcasting.
Face cards? : IDS
The answer "IDS" is the right solution because "Face cards" are often used to verify someone's identity, and "IDS" is short for identification cards.
Fame and fortune : STARDOM
The answer "STARDOM" fits the clue "Fame and fortune" because stardom refers to achieving great fame and success in a particular field, often leading to wealth and recognition.
Fig. texted from traffic : ETA
The abbreviation "ETA" stands for "estimated time of arrival," which is commonly used in traffic updates to indicate when someone is expected to arrive at a certain location.
French press? : LE MONDE
"French press" is a play on words that refers to a type of coffee maker and also a French newspaper. "Le Monde" is a well-known French newspaper, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Geometric designs that represent spiritual journeys : MANDALAS
The answer "MANDALAS" fits because mandalas are intricate geometric designs that are often used to symbolize spiritual journeys and represent the universe in Hinduism and Buddhism.
German mark? : UMLAUT
The clue "German mark?" is a play on words. In this case, "mark" refers to the two dots above a letter in German, which is called an umlaut. Therefore, the answer "UMLAUT" fits the clue.
Goldin of “All the Beauty and the Bloodshed” : NAN
Nan Goldin is a photographer known for her work in "All the Beauty and the Bloodshed," making "NAN" the correct answer.
Honorific in “Game of Thrones” : SER
In "Game of Thrones," characters are often addressed with the honorific "Ser" before their names, similar to "Sir" in real life.
Irish cream? : EUROS
Kuwait or Qatar : EMIRATE
"Kuwait" and "Qatar" are both examples of countries that are ruled by an emir, making them emirates.
Letter before sigma : RHO
The letter before sigma in the Greek alphabet is "rho."
Lingerie buy : BRA
The answer "BRA" fits the clue "Lingerie buy" because a bra is a common item of lingerie that people purchase.
Long-horned grasshopper : KATYDID
The long-horned grasshopper is commonly known as a "katydid," making it the correct answer to the clue.
Many of the founding fathers, religiously : DEISTS
The answer "DEISTS" is correct because many of the founding fathers of the United States were Deists, believing in a higher power but rejecting specific religious doctrines.
Meaty flavor : UMAMI
"UMAMI" is a taste category known for a savory, meaty flavor. It is one of the five basic tastes, along with sweet, sour, bitter, and salty.
Nev. neighbor : IDA
The abbreviation for Nevada is Nev. and the neighbor of Nevada is Idaho, which is abbreviated as IDA. So, "IDA" is the right answer for "Nev. neighbor."
Office characters : STAFF
The answer "STAFF" is the right solution because "Office characters" refers to the group of people working in an office, which can be collectively referred to as the office staff.
Packed tightly : DENSE
The word "dense" means closely compacted or crowded together, which fits the description of being packed tightly.
Part of building bridges : I-BEAM
"I-BEAM" is the right solution because an I-beam is a type of structural beam commonly used in bridge construction to provide support and distribute weight effectively.
Pinnacle : ACME
"ACME" means the highest point or summit. Therefore, it is a synonym of "pinnacle".
Pinnacle : ACME
"Apogee" is the point in an orbit that is farthest from the Earth. This term is commonly used to describe the highest point or pinnacle of something, making it the right answer for the clue "Pinnacle."
Pinnacle : ACME
The word "ACME" is often used to mean the highest point or pinnacle of something, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Pinnacle."
Polling place sticker : I VOTED
The answer "I VOTED" fits the clue "Polling place sticker" because after voting at a polling place, people often receive a sticker that says "I VOTED" as a way to show they have participated in the election.
Prefix with economics or biology : MICRO-
The prefix "micro-" means small or tiny. In this case, it is used before "economics" or "biology" to indicate a smaller scale or level of study within those fields.
Pt. of Loran : NAV
"Pt. of Loran" refers to a navigation system called Loran, and "NAV" is an abbreviation for navigation. Therefore, "NAV" is the correct answer.
Ramblin’ man, maybe : NOMAD
The answer "NOMAD" fits the clue "Ramblin’ man, maybe" because a nomad is someone who travels from place to place without a permanent home, just like a ramblin' man.
Real powerhouses : DYNAMOS
"DYNAMOS" are real powerhouses because they are machines that convert mechanical energy into electrical energy, making them powerful sources of electricity.
Reflective effect in some gemstones : CAT’S-EYE
The answer "CAT'S-EYE" is correct because it refers to the optical phenomenon where a band of light moves across the surface of a gemstone, resembling the slit eye of a cat. This effect is commonly seen in certain gemstones like chrysoberyl.
Root vegetable with purple-flecked flesh : TARO
Taro is a root vegetable with purple-flecked flesh, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Sell a bill of goods : LIE TO
"Sell a bill of goods" is a phrase that means to deceive or trick someone into believing something false. "Lie to" is a fitting answer because it directly relates to the act of deceiving someone with false information.
Shooting sport : ARCHERY
"ARCHERY" is the right answer because it is a shooting sport that involves using a bow to shoot arrows at a target.
Slip through the cracks : SEEP
The phrase "slip through the cracks" means to go unnoticed or undetected. "Seep" can be used to describe something that slowly and gradually passes through small openings or cracks, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Slip through the cracks : SEEP
The answer "SEEP" fits the clue "Slip through the cracks" because seeping refers to slowly and gradually passing through small openings or spaces, similar to how something might slip through cracks.
Some charcuterie slices : SALAMI
The answer "SALAMI" fits the clue "Some charcuterie slices" because salami is a type of cured sausage often found on charcuterie boards.
Spanish inquisition? : COMO ESTAS?
Spicy sausage : HOT LINK
The answer "HOT LINK" fits the clue "Spicy sausage" because a hot link is a type of sausage that is known for its spicy flavor.
Spoken exams : ORALS
The term "orals" is often used to refer to spoken exams or tests where students are required to verbally answer questions rather than writing them down.
Terse request to chat : A MOMENT?
The answer "A MOMENT?" is a terse way of asking someone to wait for a short period of time to chat. The question mark indicates it is a request rather than a statement.
Tiny powerhouses? : AAS
"Tiny powerhouses" is a cryptic clue indicating that we are looking for a small word that means powerhouses. In this case, "AAS" is a short form for "AA batteries," which are small power sources commonly used in electronic devices.
Toy in the final “Calvin and Hobbes” panel : SLED
Calvin is shown riding a sled in the final "Calvin and Hobbes" comic strip, making "SLED" the correct answer.
Trick : FAST ONE
The answer "RUSE" fits the clue "Trick" because a ruse is a deceptive or cunning action meant to deceive or trick someone.
Trick : FAST ONE
"FAST ONE" is a common phrase meaning a clever or deceitful trick, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Trick."
Turn : ROTATE
Turn : ROTATE
"Turn" is a synonym for "rotate," as both words refer to changing the direction or position of something around an axis.
UFO beings : ETS
"ETS" is a common abbreviation for extraterrestrial beings, often referred to as "ETs" in popular culture.
Uncertain syllables : UMS
"UMS" are uncertain syllables because they are filler sounds people make when pausing or hesitating while speaking.
Undefeated Ali : LAILA
The answer "LAILA" fits because Laila Ali is a retired professional boxer who is undefeated, just like her famous father, Muhammad Ali.
Unrefined : CRUDE
The word "rough" means lacking refinement or polish. It is a suitable answer for the clue "unrefined" because it conveys the idea of something being in a raw or unfinished state.
Unrefined : CRUDE
The word "CRASS" means lacking refinement or sophistication, which makes it a suitable answer for the clue "Unrefined."
Unrefined : CRUDE
The word "unrefined" is a synonym for "crude," meaning in a natural or raw state without processing or refinement.
Walk through knee-deep snow, say : TREK
"TREK" is the right solution because a trek typically involves a long and difficult journey, often on foot, which fits the clue "Walk through knee-deep snow, say."
Washington University’s business school : OLIN
The answer is "OLIN" because Olin Business School is the business school of Washington University in St. Louis.
Women’s health brand : HERS
The answer "HERS" is the right solution because it is a women's health brand that offers various products and services specifically tailored for women's health needs.
“For shame!” : TUT!
The answer to "For shame!" is "TSK!" because "TSK!" is an exclamation used to express disapproval or disappointment, which aligns with the clue's meaning.
“For shame!” : TUT!
"TUT!" is an interjection used to express disapproval or disappointment, making it a fitting response to "For shame!" in a crossword puzzle.
“Go! Go! Go!” : FLOOR IT!
The phrase "FLOOR IT!" is a common expression used to urge someone to drive faster or accelerate quickly, which fits the clue "Go! Go! Go!" in a car-related context.
“Goodness” : OH MY
"MERCY" is an exclamation used to express surprise or shock. It is often used as a substitute for "Goodness!" or "Oh my!" in informal situations.
“Goodness” : OH MY
The phrase "Goodness ..." is often used as an exclamation of surprise or astonishment. "OH LORD ..." is a common expression that conveys the same meaning. Therefore, "OH LORD ..." is the right solution because it is a suitable alternative for expressing surprise or astonishment.
“Goodness” : OH MY
"I SAY!" is an exclamation that can express surprise or astonishment, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Goodness!"
“Goodness” : OH MY
The answer "OH MY" is a common expression used to convey surprise or disbelief, which can also be interpreted as an expression of "Goodness."
“I’ll take that as __” : A NO
The phrase "I'll take that as a no" is a common expression used when someone interprets a lack of response as a negative answer. In this context, "a no" is the correct answer to complete the sentence.
“Ja” opposite : NEIN
"Ja" is the German word for "yes" and "nein" is the German word for "no." Therefore, "Ja" opposite would be "NEIN."
“Saltburn” studio : MGM
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“That may never be funny” : TOO SOON
The answer "TOO SOON" fits the clue "That may never be funny" because it suggests that a particular joke or reference is still too recent or sensitive to be considered humorous.
“Top Chef” judge Colicchio : TOM
Tom Colicchio is a well-known chef and TV personality who is a judge on the popular cooking show "Top Chef." Therefore, the answer to the clue "Top Chef judge Colicchio" is "TOM."