Here's all LA Times Crossword answers for 26 April 2024, Friday. Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Altar constellation : ARA
"ARA" is the right solution because it is a constellation named Altar in Latin.
Alter __ : EGO
The answer to "Alter __" is "EGO" because the word "alter" means to change or modify, and the word "ego" refers to a person's sense of self or identity. Therefore, altering one's ego means changing or modifying one's self-perception.
Alter __ : EGO
"Alter ego" refers to a person's secondary or alternative personality. In this context, "ego" represents the self or identity that is different from the person's usual self.
Architect who designed air traffic control towers for the FAA in the 1960s : PEI
The answer "PEI" is the right solution because it refers to the architect Paul E. Irving who designed air traffic control towers for the FAA in the 1960s.
Arts and crafts bit : BEAD
The answer "BEAD" fits the clue because beads are commonly used in arts and crafts projects for making jewelry, decorations, or other creative items.
As much as : UP TO
The phrase "up to" is commonly used to indicate a maximum or a limit, making it synonymous with "as much as."
Asset on a blockchain, for short : NFT
The answer "NFT" stands for "non-fungible token," which is a unique digital asset stored on a blockchain. NFTs are used to represent ownership of digital or physical items such as art, music, or collectibles.
Bart in the Pro Football Hall of Fame : STARR
The answer "STARR" fits the clue because Bart Starr is a former professional football player who is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Base : BAD
unknown
Beseech : BEG
The word "urge" means to strongly encourage or request someone to do something, which is similar in meaning to "beseech."
Beseech : BEG
"BEG" is the right answer because it is a synonym for "beseech," meaning to ask urgently or fervently for something.
Beseech : BEG
"Entreat" is synonymous with "beseech," as both words mean to earnestly ask or plead for something.
Birth announcement abbr. : LBS
"Birth announcement abbr." is a common clue for the abbreviation "LBS" which stands for pounds, a unit of weight. It is often used to announce the weight of a newborn baby.
Clean water company : ECOLAB
ECOLAB is a company that specializes in providing clean water solutions and services, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Clean water company."
Cleanliness is next to … a minimalist approach? : DOING LESS
The phrase "Cleanliness is next to godliness" emphasizes the importance of cleanliness. In this clue, the play on words suggests that a minimalist approach involves doing less, which ties in with the idea of cleanliness.
Colorful shawls : SERAPES
The answer "SERAPES" fits the clue "Colorful shawls" because serapes are brightly colored Mexican shawls traditionally worn over the shoulders.
Detroit labor org. : UAW
The answer "UAW" stands for United Auto Workers, which is a well-known labor organization based in Detroit, Michigan.
Diner drink : SODA POP
"SODA POP" is a common drink served in diners, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Diner drink." It is a popular choice among customers and is often found on diner menus.
Don’t throw the baby out with the … decorative Halloween ring? : BAT WREATH
The answer "BAT WREATH" is formed by combining "BAT" (Halloween creature) and "WREATH" (decorative ring). This creates a playful and fitting solution for the clue.
Dupe : OUTWIT
"OUTWIT" is the right answer because to dupe someone means to deceive or trick them, and "OUTWIT" means to defeat or get the better of someone through cleverness or deception.
Entrepreneur Musk : ELON
Elon Musk is a well-known entrepreneur, particularly in the tech and space industries. Therefore, the answer "ELON" fits the clue "Entrepreneur Musk" as it directly refers to him.
Famous … weapon that would dissolve in water? : SALT SWORD
"SALT SWORD" is the right solution because salt dissolves in water, making it a weapon that would dissolve in water. The answer combines these two elements to create a clever and fitting solution to the clue.
Gain again : RE-EARN
The answer "RE-EARN" fits the clue "Gain again" because it means to earn something back or earn again, which directly corresponds to the clue given.
Gas brand with a torch logo : AMOCO
AMOCO is the right answer because it is a gas brand that is known for its torch logo.
Get rid of : ERASE
"Get rid of" is a clue that indicates removing or eliminating something completely, which aligns with the action of erasing, such as erasing pencil marks on paper.
Going to hell in a … damaged armored vehicle? : BASHED TANK
The clue is a play on the phrase "going to hell in a handbasket." "Bashed" suggests damage, and a "tank" can refer to both an armored vehicle and a container. So, "BASHED TANK" fits the clue by combining the idea of a damaged armored vehicle.
Grammatical gender : NEUTER
The term "neuter" is used in grammar to refer to a gender category that is neither masculine nor feminine. It is a common grammatical gender in many languages.
Icarus, to Daedalus : SON
"Icarus, to Daedalus" indicates a father-son relationship, where Icarus is the son of Daedalus. Therefore, the answer is "SON."
Like an old mattress, maybe : LUMPY
The word "LUMPY" describes something that has uneven or irregular surface, which an old mattress often has due to wear and tear over time.
Like some receptions : ICY
The answer "ICY" fits the clue "Like some receptions" because receptions can be described as cold or frosty, which are synonyms for icy.
Long-haired terrier, familiarly : YORKIE
The answer "YORKIE" fits the clue "Long-haired terrier, familiarly" because "YORKIE" is a common nickname for the Yorkshire Terrier breed, which is known for its long, silky hair.
L’Oréal polish brand : ESSIE
The answer "ESSIE" is a L'Oréal polish brand known for its nail polish products.
Make a typo, say : ERR
The answer "ERR" is the right solution because it is a common abbreviation for "error," which means to make a mistake or typo.
Make a typo, say : ERR
The answer "ERR" is a common abbreviation for error, which is what happens when you make a typo.
MIT’s domain : EDU
The answer "EDU" is the right solution because it is a common domain extension used by educational institutions, and MIT is a renowned university.
Mongolian desert : GOBI
The Gobi Desert is a large desert region in Asia, covering parts of northern and northwestern China and southern Mongolia. Therefore, "Mongolian desert" refers to the Gobi desert.
Mongolian desert : GOBI
The Gobi Desert is a large desert region in East Asia, covering parts of northern and northwestern China and southern Mongolia. Therefore, the answer to "Mongolian desert" is "GOBI" as it is the well-known desert in Mongolia.
Monteverdi work : OPERA
Monteverdi was a famous composer known for his operas, making "OPERA" a fitting answer for a crossword clue related to his work.
More sacred : HOLIER
"Holier" is the comparative form of the adjective "holy," meaning more sacred or more spiritually pure. Therefore, "Holier" is the appropriate answer to the clue "More sacred."
More vast : WIDER
The answer "WIDER" fits the clue "More vast" because "wider" is a comparative form of "wide," meaning it is more expansive or extensive in breadth or width.
Mortarboard attachments : TASSELS
The correct answer "TASSELS" fits the clue "Mortarboard attachments" because tassels are commonly found hanging from mortarboards during graduation ceremonies.
Muddy pen : STY Down 1 German auto pioneer
Muppet who had a meltdown over a rock named Rocco : ELMO
Elmo is a Muppet known for his childlike innocence and enthusiasm. In a popular Sesame Street episode, Elmo has a meltdown over a pet rock named Rocco, making him the correct answer to this clue.
Nabisco wafer cookies : NILLAS
The answer "NILLAS" fits the clue "Nabisco wafer cookies" because Nilla Wafers is a brand of wafer cookies made by Nabisco.
Napping racer of fable : HARE
The answer "HARE" fits because in the fable "The Tortoise and the Hare," the hare takes a nap during the race.
Not covered : OPEN
"OPEN" is the right solution because when something is "not covered," it is visible or accessible, meaning it is open to view or use.
Ointment amount : DAB
The answer "DAB" fits the clue "Ointment amount" because a dab is a small amount of ointment that is usually applied with the fingers.
One side of a comparison ad : BEFORE
The answer "BEFORE" fits the clue "One side of a comparison ad" because in a comparison ad, the product or situation being shown first is typically the "before" state or product, which is then compared to the "after" state or product.
Ont. neighbor : MINN
The abbreviation for Minnesota is "MINN," making it the neighbor of Ontario.
Othello advisor : IAGO
IAGO is the right answer because IAGO is the name of the character in Shakespeare's play "Othello" who serves as an advisor to the title character.
Out-of-bounds golf shot, e.g. : MISHIT
"MISHIT" is the right solution because it refers to a poorly struck golf shot that goes off course, such as an out-of-bounds shot.
Pad __ : THAI
The answer to "Pad __" is "stir-fried noodle dish" because "Pad" is a Thai word that means stir-fried and it is commonly used in the names of Thai dishes that are stir-fried, such as Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, and Pad Kee Mao.
Pad __ : THAI
"Pad Thai" is a popular Thai dish consisting of stir-fried noodles typically made with shrimp, tofu, or chicken, and flavored with a mix of ingredients like fish sauce, tamarind, and peanuts. The clue "Pad __" hints at this well-known dish, making "THAI" the correct answer.
Per annum : A YEAR
The phrase "per annum" is a Latin term that means "each year" or "annually." Therefore, the answer "A YEAR" fits the clue.
PIN point : ATM
The answer "ATM" is derived from the fact that a PIN (Personal Identification Number) is used to access an ATM (Automated Teller Machine).
Practical : UTILE
"UTILE" is a synonym for practical, meaning useful or serving a useful purpose.
Practical : UTILE
The word "practical" is a synonym for "of use," meaning something that is useful or functional in a practical way.
Practical : UTILE
The word "of use" means practical or serving a useful purpose, making it a suitable answer for the clue "Practical."
Prone to micromanage, perhaps : BOSSY
The answer "BOSSY" fits the clue "Prone to micromanage, perhaps" because someone who is bossy tends to assert their authority and control over others in a micromanaging way.
Proterozoic, e.g. : EON
The Proterozoic is a geological eon, so "EON" is the right answer.
Ramos of “In the Heights” : ANTHONY
Anthony Ramos is the actor who played the role of Usnavi in the movie "In the Heights." Therefore, the answer to the clue "Ramos of 'In the Heights'" is ANTHONY.
Ribald : BAWDY
The word "ribald" means vulgar or indecent, and "bawdy" is a synonym for that, making it the right solution.
Rid (of) : PURGE
"Rid" means to eliminate or remove something, and "PURGE" is a synonym for getting rid of something, making it the correct answer to the clue "Rid (of)."
Secret alternative : ARRID
Signs of life : PULSES
"PULSES" are signs of life as they are the throbbing of arteries caused by the beating of the heart, indicating that a person or organism is alive.
Skip over : OMIT
"Skip over" is a clue indicating that we need to leave something out or not include it, which is the definition of the word "OMIT."
Solitary sort : LONER
The term "solitary" refers to being alone or enjoying one's own company. A "loner" is someone who prefers to be alone and avoids social interactions. Therefore, "loner" is the right solution for the clue "Solitary sort."
Solitary sort : LONER
The word "hermit" is commonly associated with someone who chooses to live alone and in seclusion. Therefore, it is an appropriate answer for the clue "solitary sort."
Solitary sort : LONER
The answer "LONER" fits the clue "Solitary sort" because a "loner" is someone who prefers to be alone or solitary rather than being with others.
Some Redfin transactions : RELOS
"RELOS" is the right solution because it is a common abbreviation for real estate transactions, specifically referring to transactions on the Redfin real estate platform.
Squalid : SEEDY
"SEEDY" is synonymous with "squalid," meaning dirty, run-down, or disreputable. In crossword puzzles, it's common for clues to provide synonyms or related words to lead solvers to the correct answer.
Starship Enterprise counselor : TROI
TROI is the right answer because Deanna Troi is the counselor aboard the Starship Enterprise in the TV series "Star Trek: The Next Generation."
Texter’s “How disappointing” : SMH
The answer "SMH" stands for "shaking my head," which is a common expression used by texters to convey disappointment or disapproval.
Texting letters : SMS
"SMS" stands for Short Message Service, which is commonly used for texting on mobile phones.
The only thing we have to fear is … feeling better quickly? : FAST RELIEF
The phrase "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself" is a famous quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt. By replacing "fear" with "feeling better quickly," we get "The only thing we have to fear is fast relief," which is a play on words and a clever twist on the original quote.
Thick : DENSE
The word "dense" is a synonym for "thick" when referring to something closely compacted or crowded together. In the context of the crossword clue, "dense" fits the definition of "thick" and is therefore the correct answer.
Throw : TOSS
The answer to "Throw" is "HEAVE" because "heave" means to throw with force or effort.
Throw : TOSS
The word "cast" can mean to throw something forcefully or to toss in a particular direction. Therefore, "cast" is the right answer for the clue "Throw."
Throw : TOSS
The word "throw" is a synonym for "toss," making it the correct solution to the clue.
Tourist’s diversion : SCENERY
The answer "SCENERY" fits the clue "Tourist's diversion" because tourists often divert from their usual routine to admire and enjoy the scenic views of a new place they are visiting.
Turf : AREA
The word "turf" is often used to refer to a specific area of land. "Area" is a synonym for a specific space or region of land, making it an appropriate answer for this clue.
Turf : AREA
The answer to "Turf" is "SOD" because sod refers to a surface layer of grass and soil held together. It is commonly used to create lawns or playing fields.
Turf : AREA
"SOD" is the right answer because "turf" can refer to a piece of grass-covered soil with the grass and its roots still attached, which is also known as "sod."
Turf : AREA
"Area" is often used to refer to a specific section of land or turf, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Turf."
Urgent care ctrs. : ERS
The answer "ERS" is short for Emergency Rooms, which are often referred to as urgent care centers.
Went boldly : STRODE
The word "STRODE" means to walk with long, decisive steps, which fits the clue "Went boldly."
“Baked the Right Way” bread brand : ARNOLD
Arnold is a well-known bread brand that is associated with being baked the right way, which makes it the correct answer to the clue.
“Vive le __!” : ROI
The phrase "Vive le __!" is French for "Long live the __!" and the missing word is typically a monarch, such as "Vive le Roi!" which means "Long live the King!" So, "ROI" is the correct answer as it means "King" in French.