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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Actor Epps : OMAR
Omar Epps is an actor known for his roles in movies and TV shows, making "OMAR" the correct answer for the clue "Actor Epps."
Actress Mendes : EVA
Eva Mendes is a well-known actress, making "EVA" the correct answer for the clue "Actress Mendes."
Amplify, as on social media : SHARE
The answer "SHARE" fits the clue "Amplify, as on social media" because when you share something on social media, you are making it more widely visible to a larger audience, essentially amplifying its reach.
Analogous : AKIN
The word "akin" means "similar or related in quality or character". This makes it a suitable answer for the clue "analogous", which also means "similar or comparable in certain respects".
Analogous : AKIN
The word "akin" means similar or related, which is synonymous with analogous.
Bahama __ : MAMA
The phrase "Bahama Mama" refers to a popular tropical cocktail, making "MAMA" the correct answer to complete the term.
Best Play and Best Game, for two : ESPYS
The ESPYS is an annual awards show by ESPN that honors the best in sports, including awards for Best Play and Best Game. So, "Best Play and Best Game, for two" refers to the ESPYS.
Bolted : RAN
The answer "RAN AWAY" fits the clue "Bolted" because it means to quickly flee or escape from a place or situation.
Bolted : RAN
"RAN" is the right answer because "bolted" can be a synonym for "ran" when referring to moving quickly or suddenly.
Burial city of the Wright brothers : DAYTON
The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, were aviation pioneers who lived in Dayton, Ohio. Therefore, "DAYTON" is the burial city of the Wright brothers.
Cassini of fashion : OLEG
Oleg Cassini was a famous fashion designer known for dressing Jackie Kennedy. "Cassini of fashion" is a clear reference to him, making "OLEG" the correct answer.
Cast or oil, sometimes : VERB
The word "cast" can be a verb meaning to throw, and "oil" can be a verb meaning to lubricate. Therefore, "Cast or oil, sometimes" is a clue for the answer "VERB," which is a part of speech indicating an action.
Court for King James, briefly : B-BALL
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David Muir’s field : TV NEWS
The answer "TV NEWS" fits the clue "David Muir’s field" because David Muir is a well-known television news anchor, so his field of expertise is reporting on TV news.
Diving position : PIKE
The diving position where the body is bent at the waist with straight legs is called a "pike."
Dollop : BLOB
The word "gob" means a lump or dollop of something, such as a gob of whipped cream. Therefore, "gob" is a suitable answer for the clue "dollop."
Dollop : BLOB
"GOB" is a slang term for a small lump or portion of something, often used to refer to a dollop of a substance like cream or butter. In this context, "Dollop" is a clue hinting at a small amount or lump, making "GOB" a fitting answer.
Dollop : BLOB
The word "dollop" is often used to describe a small, shapeless amount of something, which fits the definition of "blob" as a shapeless mass or drop of something thick or sticky.
Dom Pérignon maker, informally : MOET
"Moët" is the right answer because Moët & Chandon is a famous champagne house that produces Dom Pérignon.
Doughy : SOFT
The word "doughy" means resembling dough in texture, which is soft. So, "SOFT" is the right answer.
Dramatic segment of 44- : EXPOSE
The answer "EXPOSE" fits the clue "Dramatic segment of 44-" because a segment of a TV show or play that reveals hidden truths or scandals is often referred to as an "exposé."
Eartha Kitt song with the lyric “Been an angel all year” : SANTA BABY
The song "Santa Baby" by Eartha Kitt includes the lyric "Been an angel all year," making it the correct answer to the clue.
Express in words : UTTER
"Express in words" is a clue that is asking for a synonym for verbalize or communicate. The word "UTTER" means to speak or articulate, making it a fitting answer to this clue.
Fad toy with unruly hair : TROLL
"TROLL" is the right solution because Trolls are a type of fad toy known for their unruly hair, which can be styled in various ways.
Family nickname : DADDY
"SIS" is a common nickname for a sister. It is a shortened version of the word "sister", which makes it a fitting answer for the clue "family nickname".
Family nickname : DADDY
The word "Papa" is a common nickname for a father or grandfather in many families.
Family nickname : DADDY
"GRAN" is a common nickname for a family member, typically a grandmother. It fits the clue "Family nickname" as it is a term of endearment used within a family.
Family nickname : DADDY
The answer "DADDY" fits the clue "Family nickname" because "DADDY" is a common nickname used within families to refer to a father or male authority figure.
Film mistakenly announced as Best Picture at the 2016 Oscars : LA LA LAND
In 2016, "La La Land" was mistakenly announced as the Best Picture winner at the Oscars, when the actual winner was "Moonlight." This mix-up became a memorable moment in Oscars history, making "La La Land" the correct answer to this clue.
Fruit in the liqueur Bargnolino : SLOE
The liqueur Bargnolino is made from sloe berries, making "SLOE" the correct answer.
Gas station station : PUMP
The answer "PUMP" fits the clue "Gas station station" because a pump is a common fixture found at gas stations used to dispense fuel into vehicles.
Hem and __ : HAW
The phrase "Hem and haw" means to hesitate or speak evasively. "Haw" is a verb meaning to make a sound like a donkey, which fits the clue.
Hill, in Hebrew : TEL
"Tel" is the Hebrew word for hill or mound, making it the correct answer to the clue "Hill, in Hebrew."
Hoodwink : FOOL
The answer "SNOOKER" is a suitable solution for the clue "Hoodwink" because it means to deceive or trick someone, similar to how one might be hoodwinked.
Hoodwink : FOOL
"BAMBOOZLE" is a synonym for "hoodwink," meaning to deceive or trick someone. It fits the clue perfectly in terms of meaning and length.
Hoodwink : FOOL
The word "fool" means to deceive or trick someone, which is synonymous with hoodwinking.
Humanities degs. : BAS
"Humanities degs." is a common abbreviation for Bachelor of Arts degrees, which is often shortened to "BAs" in crossword puzzles.
Impertinence : CHEEK
The word "cheek" can mean impertinence or audacity, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Impertinence."
Impetus to clean the fridge : ODOR
The answer "ODOR" is the right solution because a bad smell coming from the fridge would provide the impetus or motivation to clean it.
Journey segment : LEG
"LEG" is the right answer because in a journey, a "leg" refers to a specific segment or part of the trip, such as from one destination to another.
Kate Middleton, to Prince George : MUM
"MUM" is the right answer because Kate Middleton is Prince George's mother, and in British English, "Mum" is a term used to refer to one's mother.
Lack of waste : ECONOMY
The answer "ECONOMY" fits the clue "Lack of waste" because an economy refers to the careful and efficient use of resources without unnecessary waste.
Leek kin : CHIVE
The answer "CHIVE" fits the clue "Leek kin" because both leeks and chives are members of the same vegetable family, Allium.
Like cognac barrels : OAKEN
The word "OAKEN" means made of oak wood. Cognac barrels are typically made of oak wood, so "OAKEN" is the right answer.
Lip balm additive : ALOE
The answer "ALOE" is the right solution because aloe is a common ingredient in lip balms. It helps to moisturize and soothe the lips, making it a popular additive in lip care products.
Lip balm additive : ALOE
Aloe is a common additive in lip balm for its moisturizing and soothing properties, making it a fitting answer for the clue.
Many holiday events : MEALS
The answer "MEALS" fits the clue "Many holiday events" because meals are often a central part of holiday celebrations and events where people gather together to eat and enjoy each other's company.
Marble hunks : SLABS
SLABS are large, thick pieces of marble commonly used in construction and sculpture. The clue "Marble hunks" is a hint suggesting the answer SLABS, as it describes large pieces of marble.
Message status : SENT
The answer "SENT" fits the clue "Message status" because it indicates that the message has been successfully delivered or dispatched.
Nebraska city : OMAHA
The answer to "Nebraska city" is "OMAHA" because Omaha is the largest city in Nebraska and a commonly known city in the state.
Nebraska city : OMAHA
The answer "OMAHA" fits the clue "Nebraska city" because Omaha is a city in the state of Nebraska.
Not just irks : ENRAGES
The word "enrages" means to make someone very angry, which is stronger than just irking them. Therefore, "enrages" is the right answer to "Not just irks."
Old-Fashioned choice : RYE
The answer "RYE" fits the clue "Old-Fashioned choice" because rye is a type of whiskey that is commonly associated with classic or traditional cocktails, making it an old-fashioned choice for a drink.
Olympic sprinter Szewinska : IRENA
IRENA is the right answer because IRENA Szewinska was a famous Olympic sprinter from Poland, winning multiple gold medals in the 1960s and 1970s.
On a bye week : IDLE
The term "on a bye week" refers to a team in a sports league not playing a game during a specific week. The word "IDLE" means inactive or not in use, which fits the idea of not playing a game.
One with a supporting role in the kitchen? : SPOON REST
The answer "SPOON REST" fits the clue because a spoon rest is an item in the kitchen that supports a spoon when it's not in use.
Org. with flag bearers? : NFL
The NFL is an organization that features flag bearers during games, making it the correct answer to the clue "Org. with flag bearers?".
Paris pal : AMIE
"Amie" is the French word for friend, so it is a fitting answer for the clue "Paris pal" as it refers to a friend in Paris.
Part shaded by a backward cap : NAPE
The part of the body shaded by a backward cap is the NAPE because it is the back of the neck, which is typically covered by a cap worn backward.
Passover cracker : MATZO
The answer "MATZO" is a Passover cracker because it is an unleavened bread traditionally eaten during the Jewish holiday of Passover.
Pay restitution : MAKE WHOLE
"Make whole" is a phrase that means to restore something to its original or complete state. In the context of paying restitution, it implies compensating for a loss or damage to make things right.
Poems to things : ODES
The answer is "ODES" because odes are a type of poem that expresses admiration or celebration for a person or object.
Psych (up) : AMP
The word "amp" is short for "amplify," which means to increase the volume or intensity of something, like psyching oneself up. So, "amp" is the right answer for "Psych (up)."
Ramsey of “The Last of Us” : BELLA
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Recommended spot to catch a sneeze : ELBOW
The answer "ELBOW" is the recommended spot to catch a sneeze because it helps prevent the spread of germs compared to using your hands, which can easily transfer germs to surfaces and other people.
Relative standing : RANK
The term "relative standing" refers to one's position or level compared to others. In this context, "rank" is a word commonly used to describe one's position in a hierarchy or order. Therefore, "rank" is the right solution for this clue.
Rodeo cry : RIDE ‘EM!
"RIDE ‘EM!" is a common phrase shouted at rodeos to encourage the rider to hold on and stay on the bucking animal. It is a fitting answer to the clue "Rodeo cry" as it captures the spirit and atmosphere of a rodeo event.
Sesame Street worrywart : TELLY
Telly is the right answer because Telly Monster is a character on Sesame Street known for being a worrywart.
Shampoo target : SCALP
The scalp is the part of the body that shampoo is typically applied to when washing the hair. It is the target area for shampooing to cleanse the hair and scalp.
Some evergreen shrubs : YEWS Down 1 Aerate, as flour
The answer "YEWS" fits the clue "Some evergreen shrubs" because Yews are a type of evergreen shrub.
Squad suiting up for opening day, presumably : A-TEAM
The A-Team is a famous TV show about a squad of ex-United States Army Special Forces who work as soldiers of fortune. They often suit up for missions, making them the likely answer for a squad suiting up for opening day.
Squander : BLOW
"BLOW" can mean to squander or waste something, like money or an opportunity. It fits the clue "Squander" because it is a synonym for wasting or misusing resources.
State of change : FLUX
"FLUX" is the right answer because it refers to a state of continuous change or movement, making it a fitting solution for the clue "State of change."
Suturing ctrs. : ORS
"ORS" stands for Operating Rooms, which are the centers where suturing is commonly done during medical procedures.
Third No. 1 hit for Bruno Mars : GRENADE
The answer is "GRENADE" because it was Bruno Mars' third No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Tony winner Idina : MENZEL
Idina Menzel is a Tony-winning actress and singer known for her roles in Broadway musicals like "Wicked" and "Rent."
Torchiere, for one : FLOOR LAMP
The answer "FLOOR LAMP" fits the clue "Torchiere, for one" because a torchiere is a type of floor lamp that directs light upwards.
Triangular part of a house : GABLE
The triangular part of a house is called a gable because it is the section of a wall between the edges of a sloping roof. It typically has a distinctive triangular shape, making "GABLE" the correct answer.
Unlike bread on Passover, and like four of the five sets of circled letters in this puzzle : LEAVENED
The answer is "LEAVENED" because bread on Passover is unleavened, and four of the five sets of circled letters in the puzzle contain the letters L-E-A-V-E-N-E-D in order.
Use a hula hoop : GYRATE
The word "gyrate" means to move in a circular or spiral motion, which is what you do when using a hula hoop.
__ Saint Laurent : YVES
Yves Saint Laurent is a famous French fashion designer, and "YVES" is his first name.
“Angeleyes” band : ABBA
ABBA is the band that performed the song "Angeleyes," making it the correct answer to the clue.
“I’m convinced!” : SOLD!
The phrase "I'm convinced!" is often said when someone is persuaded or won over by something, similar to how someone would be sold on an idea or product. So, "SOLD!" is the right answer as it conveys the same meaning.
“Sorry, but … ” : ALAS …
The phrase "Sorry, but..." is often followed by "alas," which expresses regret or disappointment.
“The Gilded Age” airer : HBO
"The Gilded Age" is a TV show that aired on HBO, making "HBO" the correct answer to the clue.
“Weekend Update” comic Michael : CHE
The crossword clue is asking for the name of a comic who appears on "Weekend Update," a segment of the television show "Saturday Night Live." The name of the comic is Michael Che, and his last name fits the three-letter space provided in the crossword puzzle, making "CHE" the correct answer.
“Weekend Update” comic Michael : CHE
"CHE" is the right answer because Michael Che is a comedian who co-anchors the "Weekend Update" segment on Saturday Night Live. "Che" is a common shorthand for his name.
“You get the idea” : ET CETERA
"Et cetera" is a Latin phrase meaning "and the rest." It is commonly used to indicate that there are other unspecified items or details that could be included. So, when someone says "You get the idea," they are implying that there are more examples or details that could be mentioned, making "Et cetera" a fitting response.
“__ girl!” : ATTA
"__ girl!" is a slang expression of encouragement or admiration. "ATTA" is a shortened form of "atta boy" or "atta girl," which is used to express praise or approval. Therefore, "ATTA" is the right solution for the clue.
“__ girl!” : ATTA
The phrase "Atta girl!" is a common expression of encouragement or approval, making "ATTA" the right answer for the clue "__ girl!"