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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Ages and ages : AEON
The word "eon" refers to an indefinite and very long period of time, which is synonymous with "ages and ages."
Ages and ages : AEON
The word "eons" refers to a very long period of time, often used to describe a time frame of millions or billions of years. Therefore, it fits the clue "ages and ages" perfectly.
Ages and ages : AEON
"EON" is a term used to represent a long, indefinite period of time, often referred to as ages and ages. This makes it a fitting answer to the clue.
Ages and ages : AEON
The word "eons" is a synonym for "ages and ages," meaning a very long period of time.
Ages and ages : AEON
The answer "AEON" is a synonym for a long period of time, which fits the clue "Ages and ages" perfectly.
Ages and ages : AEON
The word "EONS" is a synonym for "ages and ages," indicating a very long period of time.
Atonement : AMENDS
The word "amends" is a synonym for "atonement," meaning to make up for a wrongdoing or mistake. In this context, "amends" fits the clue as it directly relates to making up for a past offense.
Bitter rant : SCREED
The word "screed" is often used to describe a long, angry, and critical speech or piece of writing, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Bitter rant."
Blue Grotto island : CAPRI
The Blue Grotto is a famous sea cave located on the island of Capri in Italy. Therefore, the answer to the clue "Blue Grotto island" is "CAPRI."
Boxer Patterson : FLOYD
Floyd Patterson was a famous boxer, so the answer "FLOYD" fits the clue "Boxer Patterson" as it refers to his first name.
Burn a bit : SINGE
The answer "CHAR" is the right solution because it means to burn or scorch slightly. It is a short and simple word that fits the clue "Burn a bit" perfectly.
Burn a bit : SINGE
"SINGE" means to burn lightly or scorch. It fits the clue "Burn a bit" as it describes the action of burning something slightly.
Clairvoyant’s claim : ESP Down 1 Hands-on classes
The answer to "Clairvoyant's claim" is "ESP" because ESP stands for extrasensory perception, which is often claimed by clairvoyants to have the ability to perceive information without using the five physical senses. The answer to "Hands-on classes" is "ESP" because ESP can also stand for "Experiential Learning," which involves learning through hands-on experiences rather than through traditional methods like lectures or reading.
Complete, or what can follow both parts of the answers to the starred clues : OUT AND OUT
The phrase "out and out" can follow both parts of the answers to the starred clues to form common phrases like "out and out liar" and "out and out success."
Controls one’s food intake : DIETS
The answer "DIETS" fits the clue "Controls one’s food intake" because when someone diets, they carefully choose and regulate the food they eat in order to manage their intake and potentially lose weight.
Country singer Womack : LEE ANN
Lee Ann Womack is a well-known country singer, so "Country singer Womack" is a clear clue pointing to her as the answer.
Culinary institute grad : CHEF
The answer "CHEF" fits the clue "Culinary institute grad" because a chef is a professional cook who has typically undergone training at a culinary institute.
D.C. baseballer : NAT
The answer "NAT" is short for "National," which is often used to refer to the Washington Nationals, a baseball team based in Washington, D.C.
Did plenty of nothing : IDLED
The word "idled" means to do nothing or to be inactive, which fits the clue "Did plenty of nothing."
Everything pizza, no anchovies, e.g. : ORDER
The clue is hinting at the act of placing a request for a specific type of pizza, which is an "order".
Firepit remains : ASHES
The answer "ASHES" fits the clue "Firepit remains" because ashes are what is left behind after a fire has burned in a firepit.
Freshly : ANEW
"Freshly" is a clue indicating something new or recently done. The word "ANEW" means in a new or fresh way, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Goaded, with “on” : EGGED …
"Egged on" is a common phrase meaning to provoke or encourage someone to do something. In this context, "goaded" is a synonym for egged on, making "EGGED" the right answer.
Habitats threatened by coral bleaching : REEFS
The answer "REEFS" fits the clue because coral bleaching primarily affects coral reefs, which are habitats for many marine species.
Have a life-changing experience? : MUTATE
The answer "MUTATE" fits the clue "Have a life-changing experience?" because mutation refers to a significant and permanent change, similar to how a life-changing experience can alter a person's life in a profound way.
In an odd way : WEIRDLY
"Weirdly" is the right solution because it means in a strange or unusual manner, which fits the clue "In an odd way" perfectly.
Increased rapidly : SURGED
The word "surged" means to increase rapidly, making it the right answer to the clue "Increased rapidly."
Japanese sash that might be tied in tateya musubi style : OBI
The Japanese sash that is tied in tateya musubi style is called an "OBI". It is a traditional belt worn with kimono and is commonly tied in different styles for various occasions.
Large tree branch : BOUGH
The word "bough" specifically refers to a large branch of a tree, making it the correct answer for the clue "Large tree branch."
Leave behind : SHED
The word "DITCH" can mean to leave behind or abandon something, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Leave behind."
Leave behind : SHED
Leave behind : SHED
The word "lose" means to leave behind or misplace something, making it the correct answer for the clue "Leave behind."
Like one who might communicate in ASL or BSL : DEAF
The answer "DEAF" is the right solution because someone who communicates in American Sign Language (ASL) or British Sign Language (BSL) is likely to be deaf.
Lingered : HUNG AROUND
The answer "HUNG AROUND" fits the clue "Lingered" because it means to stay in a place or to be slow to leave, which is synonymous with lingering.
Martial arts achievement : BLACK BELT
The term "BLACK BELT" is commonly associated with achieving a high level of proficiency in martial arts. It signifies mastery and expertise in the practice, making it the correct answer to the clue "Martial arts achievement."
Move like slime : OOZE
"OOZE" is the right answer because slime moves slowly and smoothly, just like how the word "ooze" is often used to describe something flowing or seeping out slowly.
Mussel habitat : SHOAL
"SHOAL" is the right solution because a shoal is a shallow area of water where mussels are commonly found.
Not quite right : WONKY
The word "off" can mean not quite right or incorrect, which fits the clue.
Not quite right : WONKY
The answer "AMISS" fits the clue "Not quite right" because it means that something is not correct or not as it should be.
Not quite right : WONKY
"WONKY" means not quite right or askew, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Not quite right."
Not quite right : WONKY
The word "off" can mean not quite right or incorrect, making it a suitable answer for the clue "Not quite right."
Not quite right : WONKY
The word "AWRY" means not quite right or off course, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Not quite right."
Note in the C minor scale : E-FLAT
The note E-flat is the third note in the C minor scale, following C and D. In the key of C minor, the third note is E-flat, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Nunatsiavut people : INUIT
The Nunatsiavut people are Inuit people who live in Northern Labrador, Canada. "Inuit" is the correct answer because it refers to the indigenous people of the Arctic.
On the briny : AT SEA
"On the briny" is a phrase that means "at sea". "Asea" is an adverb that means "in a state of being at sea". Therefore, "asea" is the right answer to the clue "On the briny".
On the briny : AT SEA
The phrase "on the briny" is a colloquial term for being at sea or on the ocean. The word "asea" means "on the sea" or "in the sea," making it the correct answer for this clue.
On the briny : AT SEA
"AT SEA" is a common phrase used to describe being on the open ocean or aboard a ship. It fits the clue "On the briny" because "briny" is a slang term for the sea.
Pairs : DUOS
"Pairs" is a clue that indicates the answer should be a word that means two things that are together. "Duos" is a word that specifically means a pair of people or things, making it the correct answer.
Potentially disastrous : RISKY
"Potentially disastrous" suggests something that could lead to harm or negative consequences. "RISKY" means involving the possibility of danger or harm, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Prefix meaning “all” : OMNI-
"Omni-" is a prefix that means "all" in Latin. In this case, it fits the clue because it signifies the idea of "all" as a prefix.
Pushy crowd : HORDE
"HORDE" is the right solution because a horde refers to a large, unruly group of people pushing and shoving.
Queens airport code : LGA
"LGA" is the airport code for LaGuardia Airport in Queens, New York. It is a commonly used abbreviation for this airport in crossword puzzles.
Red Icee flavor : CHERRY
The answer "CHERRY" fits the clue "Red Icee flavor" because cherry is a common flavor of red-colored frozen drinks like Icee.
Rosemary piece : SPRIG
"SPRIG" is the right solution because a sprig is a small stem with leaves, often used in cooking for flavoring. In this case, a piece of rosemary would commonly be referred to as a sprig.
San Diego __ Safari Park : ZOO
The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is a wildlife sanctuary and zoo located in San Diego, California. The word "ZOO" is commonly associated with places that exhibit animals for public viewing, making it the right solution for this clue.
Sheep sound : BAA!
The answer "BAA!" is the sound that sheep make, so it fits the clue "Sheep sound".
Shows understanding : NODS
"NODS" is the right solution because when someone nods, it typically indicates that they understand or agree with something.
Simple drawing of a person : STICK FIGURE
"Stick figure" is the right solution because it is a simple, basic drawing of a person typically made with straight lines and circles, resembling a stick with a head and limbs.
Stripy marbles : AGATES
AGATES are often colorful and have striped patterns, making them commonly referred to as "stripy marbles" in crossword puzzles.
Sub-par performance? : EAGLE
The term "sub-par" is a golfing reference meaning below par. An "EAGLE" in golf is a score of two strokes under par on a hole, making it a sub-par performance.
Swanky evening dos : SOIREES
The answer "SOIREES" fits because "soirees" are elegant evening events or parties, making them a synonym for "swanky evening dos."
Target range in sports betting : POINT SPREAD
In sports betting, the "point spread" is the range of points by which the favored team is expected to win. It is a key factor in determining the outcome of a bet.
Tennis champion Tokito : ODA
Tissue layer : PLY
"PLY" refers to a layer of material, often used to describe the number of layers in tissue paper.
Toolmaking period when bronze was replaced with steel : IRON AGE
During the Iron Age, steel became the dominant material for making tools and weapons, replacing bronze. This period marked a significant advancement in toolmaking technology, making "IRON AGE" the correct answer.
Torah chests : ARKS
The term "ARKS" refers to the chests that hold the Torah scrolls in Jewish synagogues. Torah chests are also known as arks because they are considered to be sacred containers for the Torah.
Tuskegee __ : WWII aviators
The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of African American WWII aviators who served in the United States Army Air Forces. Therefore, "WWII aviators" is the right solution as it directly relates to the Tuskegee Airmen.
TV room fixture : SOFA
The answer "SOFA" fits the clue "TV room fixture" because a sofa is a common piece of furniture found in a TV room where people typically sit and watch television.
Udon alternative : SOBA
"Soba" is the right answer because it is a type of Japanese noodle that is often used as an alternative to udon in Japanese cuisine.
Upturned : ON END
"Upturned" can be a clue for the phrase "ON END" because when something is upturned, it is often resting or positioned on one end or edge.
Ushered through the door : LED IN
The answer "LED IN" fits the clue "Ushered through the door" because "led" means to guide or show the way, and "in" indicates entering a place. So, "LED IN" means to guide someone into a place, like ushering them through a door.
Vex : IRK
"Vex" is a synonym for "annoy" or "irritate." The word "rankle" means to cause annoyance or resentment, making it a suitable answer for the clue.
Vex : IRK
"IRK" is a synonym for "vex," meaning to irritate or annoy. In crossword puzzles, answers are often chosen based on their similarity in meaning to the clue, making "IRK" a fitting solution for the clue "Vex."
Wildly impractical : ABSURD
"Wildly impractical" is a clue indicating something that is completely unreasonable or illogical. The word "absurd" means wildly unreasonable or illogical, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Young fellow : LAD
The term "LAD" is commonly used to refer to a young fellow or a boy. It is a simple and concise answer that fits the clue perfectly.
Young fellow : LAD
"LAD" is a common term used to refer to a young fellow or a boy, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Young fellow."
__ de la Cité : Notre-Dame home
This is the right solution because "__ de la Cité" is a reference to the island in the Seine River where Notre-Dame Cathedral is located, making "Notre-Dame home" the correct answer.
__ opera : SOAP
The answer to "__ opera" is "SOAP" because "soap opera" is a commonly used term to describe a type of television or radio drama series that typically revolves around the daily lives and relationships of a group of characters.
__ opera : SOAP
The term "soap opera" refers to a type of television or radio drama series that typically deals with daily events in the lives of a group of people. The answer "SOAP" fits the clue "__ opera" as it directly relates to this specific type of drama series.
“Collapsed in Sunbeams” singer-songwriter Parks : ARLO
ARLO is the right solution because Arlo Parks is a singer-songwriter known for her album "Collapsed in Sunbeams."
“Creed” actress Thompson : TESSA
Tessa Thompson is an actress known for her role in the movie "Creed," making "TESSA" the correct answer for the clue.
“Little” name in snack cakes : DEBBIE
The answer "DEBBIE" fits the clue because it refers to the snack cake brand "Little Debbie."
“Spring forward” hrs. : DST
DST stands for Daylight Saving Time, which is when we set our clocks forward one hour in the spring. Therefore, "Spring forward" hrs. is a reference to DST.
“Spring forward” hrs. : DST
"DST" stands for "Daylight Saving Time," which is when clocks are set forward by one hour in the spring to make better use of daylight. So, "Spring forward" refers to the action of moving clocks ahead one hour during Daylight Saving Time.
“That’s my cue to leave” : I’D BETTER GO
"I’D BETTER GO" is the right solution because it conveys the idea of leaving in response to a cue or signal.