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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Accelerated sci. class : AP BIO
"Accelerated sci. class" refers to an advanced science course, often taken in high school, that covers a wide range of biology topics at a college level. "AP BIO" is the common abbreviation for Advanced Placement Biology, which fits the clue.
Amanda Gorman’s “An __ We Owe” : ODE
The clue is asking for a type of poem, and "ODE" is a type of lyric poem that is usually dedicated to a particular subject and is often in the form of a song. Amanda Gorman is a poet, so it makes sense that the answer would be a type of poem.
Aviation milestone : SOLO
The answer "SOLO" is the right solution because in aviation, a significant milestone for a pilot is completing their first solo flight, where they fly the plane without an instructor for the first time.
Barbecue rod : SPIT
A barbecue rod is a long, pointed metal rod used to hold meat while it is cooked over an open flame. Another word for this type of rod is a "spit".
Barbecue rod : SPIT
The answer "SPIT" fits the clue "Barbecue rod" because a spit is a long, pointed rod used for cooking food over a fire, typically used for roasting meat.
Basic decision-maker : COIN
The answer "COIN" fits the clue "Basic decision-maker" because a coin can be flipped to make a simple decision between two options, typically heads or tails.
Chilly product prefix : SNO-
The prefix "SNO-" is commonly used with words related to cold or snow, making it a fitting answer for "Chilly product prefix."
Citizenship recitation : OATH
The answer "OATH" fits the clue "Citizenship recitation" because when someone becomes a citizen of a country, they often have to recite an oath of allegiance to that country.
Colorful deepwater fish : OPAH
The answer "OPAH" is a colorful deepwater fish that is often found in the Pacific Ocean. It fits the clue perfectly.
Deck with kings and queens : TAROT
The answer "TAROT" refers to a deck of cards used for fortune-telling that features kings and queens among its cards.
Drinks with scones : TEAS
The word "teas" is a common pairing with scones, as tea is a popular beverage often served with scones during a traditional British afternoon tea.
Equinox mo. : SEPT
The word "Equinox" refers to the two days of the year when day and night are of equal length. The September Equinox occurs in the month of September, hence the abbreviation "SEPT" is the right solution.
Equinox mo. : SEPT
The answer "SEPT" is short for September, which is the month when the autumnal equinox occurs.
Equinox mo. : SEPT
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Fantasy franchise letters : LOTR
The answer "LOTR" stands for "Lord of the Rings," a popular fantasy franchise known for its books and movies.
First course, often : SOUP
Soup is commonly served as the first course in a meal, making it a fitting answer for the clue "First course, often."
Frenzied : MANIC
The word "manic" means showing wild and apparently deranged excitement and energy, which is synonymous with the word "frenzied". Therefore, "manic" is the right solution for the given clue.
Frenzied : MANIC
"MANIC" means frenzied or showing wild and erratic behavior, making it a suitable answer for the clue "Frenzied."
Generous offer : ON ME
The phrase "on me" is often used to indicate that the speaker will pay for something, making it a generous offer.
Good-looking? : ROSY
"Good-looking?" is a play on words where "Good-looking" refers to being attractive, and "ROSY" can mean having a healthy, attractive complexion or appearance, making it the right solution.
Gp. whose most populous member is Nigeria : OPEC
OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, and Nigeria is the most populous member of this organization.
Grounds for excommunication : HERESY
"Heresy" refers to beliefs or opinions contrary to orthodox religious doctrine, which can be considered grounds for excommunication by a church.
Hard to navigate : SNAKY
The answer "SNAKY" fits the clue "Hard to navigate" because a snake's movements are often unpredictable and winding, making them difficult to navigate around.
Holocene, for one : EPOCH
The Holocene is an example of an EPOCH in geological time.
Hook : PETER PAN NEMESIS
Hook, line, and sinker : WITHOUT QUESTION
The phrase "hook, line, and sinker" is a saying that means completely or fully. "Without question" also means completely or fully, making it the right solution for the clue.
Hook, line, and sinker, e.g. : NOUNS
"Hook, line, and sinker" are all parts of fishing gear, which are NOUNS.
Hospital prep area : PRE-OP
The answer "PRE-OP" is short for pre-operation, which is the area in a hospital where patients prepare for surgery.
IMO relative : I’D SAY
The answer "I'D SAY" is a short form for "I would say," which is commonly used in informal communication to express one's opinion or belief. In this case, "IMO" stands for "in my opinion," so "I'D SAY" is a suitable relative response.
Inconsiderable : SCANT
"SCANT" means limited or insufficient, which can be synonymous with inconsiderable, as in something that is small or not enough in quantity or size.
Italian volcano that’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site : ETNA
Mount Etna is an Italian volcano located in Sicily and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and geological significance. The answer "ETNA" fits the clue because it directly refers to the specific Italian volcano being asked for.
John or Paul, but not Ringo or George : POPE Down 1 Danceable songs
The answer to "John or Paul, but not Ringo or George" is "POPE" because John and Paul are common first names, while Ringo and George are less common and could refer to Ringo Starr and George Harrison from The Beatles. The most famous John in this context is Pope John Paul II, making "POPE" the correct answer. For "Danceable songs", the answer is "POPE" because the clue is a play on words. "Danceable songs" can refer to popular songs that people enjoy dancing to, but in this case, the answer is "POPE" as a humorous twist on the clue.
Julie who played Rita on “Dexter” : BENZ
Julie Benz is the actress who played the character Rita on the TV show "Dexter." Therefore, the answer to the clue "Julie who played Rita on “Dexter”" is "BENZ."
Jumping chollas, e.g. : CACTI
The clue "Jumping chollas, e.g." is referring to a type of plant, which is a cactus. The plural form of cactus is "cacti", so the answer "CACTI" fits the clue.
Key type : MINOR
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Lead-in to fall : PRAT-
"Lead-in to fall" is a wordplay clue where "Lead-in" means the beginning of a word. In this case, "PRAT-" is the beginning of the word "pratfall," which is a comedic physical act of falling down suddenly.
Line : SCRIPT COMPONENT
Lithium-__ battery : ION
The answer "ION" is the right solution because lithium-ion batteries are commonly used in many electronic devices.
Lithium-__ battery : ION
The term "Lithium-ion battery" refers to a type of rechargeable battery in which lithium ions move from the negative electrode to the positive electrode during discharge and back when charging. Therefore, the correct answer is "ION."
Long or short measure : TON
The word "ton" can refer to both a long ton, which is equivalent to 2,240 pounds, or a short ton, which is equivalent to 2,000 pounds. So, "ton" can fit the clue "Long or short measure."
Low state : FUNK
"FUNK" can mean a low state of mind or feeling, often associated with feeling down or depressed. It fits the clue "Low state" in this context.
Mishandle, as a grounder : BOOT
The word "boot" is often used in baseball to describe mishandling a grounder by a fielder. It means to misplay or mishandle the ball.
New Rochelle campus : IONA
The answer "IONA" is the right solution because Iona College is located in New Rochelle, New York, making it the campus referred to in the clue.
One on a seal : UNUM
"UNUM" is the Latin word for "one," and it appears on the Great Seal of the United States as part of the phrase "E pluribus unum," which means "Out of many, one."
Orangutan, e.g. : APE
The answer "APE" fits the clue "Orangutan, e.g." because an orangutan is a type of ape.
Order (around) : BOSS
The word "boss" can mean to give orders or be in charge of others, so "Order (around)" is a clue hinting at the word "BOSS" as the answer.
Plant sci. : BOT
The answer "BOT" is the abbreviation for "botany," which is the science that studies plants. Therefore, "BOT" is the correct solution for the clue "Plant sci."
Plant sci. : BOT
"Plant sci." is a common abbreviation for the field of Botany. The abbreviation "BOT" is short for Botany, making it the correct solution for the clue.
Reveal, in verse : OPE
"OPE" is a poetic term meaning to reveal or open. In verse, poets often use this word to convey the action of revealing something.
Sentimentality : SCHMALTZ
The word "Schmaltz" is often used to describe something overly sentimental or melodramatic, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Sentimentality."
Shape of some chicken nuggets, briefly : DINO
The answer "DINO" is the right solution because "DINO" is a commonly used abbreviation for "dinosaur," and dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets are often referred to as "DINO nuggets."
Ship in a late 19th century tragedy : THE MAINE
The USS Maine was a ship that sank in a tragic explosion in Havana Harbor in 1898, which led to the start of the Spanish-American War. It is a well-known late 19th-century tragedy involving a ship, making "THE MAINE" the right answer for this crossword clue.
Simple program : APPLET
Sinker : TOUGH PITCH TO HIT
Slide on a seat : SCOOT
"Scoot" is the right answer because it means to slide or move smoothly and quickly in a seated position, which fits the clue "Slide on a seat".
Snap : PHOTO
The answer "PIC" is short for "picture," which is a common way to refer to a photograph or image, often taken quickly, like a snap.
Snap : PHOTO
The word "snap" can be a colloquial term for a photograph, making "PHOTO" the right solution.
Sometime in the past : ONCE
"ONCE" means 'sometime in the past' because it refers to a single time in the past, indicating a specific moment that occurred before the present.
Spanish flowers : RIOS
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Take by force : WREST
"WREST" means to take something away by force. It fits the clue perfectly because it describes the action of taking something forcefully.
The Owls of the NCAA : RICE U
The Owls is the mascot of Rice University, often referred to as "RICE U" for short.
Tried to influence with : USED ON
"Used on" is the right solution because it means to attempt to influence someone with something. In this context, "used on" implies trying to sway or persuade someone by utilizing a particular method or argument.
Tucci’s “Road to Perdition” role : NITTI
The answer is "NITTI" because Frank Nitti is the character played by Stanley Tucci in the movie "Road to Perdition".
Tucci’s “Road to Perdition” role : NITTI
Turquoise hue : AQUA
"AQUA" is the right solution because it is a color often associated with the shade of turquoise. The word "aqua" itself means water in Latin, and it is commonly used to describe shades of blue-green, similar to the color of turquoise.
Victor Vasarely’s movement : OP ART
OP ART is short for Optical Art, which is an art movement that uses optical illusions and geometric patterns to create the impression of movement and depth. Victor Vasarely was a Hungarian-French artist known for his contributions to the Op Art movement, making "OP ART" the correct answer.
Vrbo listing : CONDO
The answer "CONDO" fits because Vrbo, which stands for Vacation Rentals by Owner, typically lists vacation rental properties like condominiums.
Weak poker hand : A PAIR
"A PAIR" is the right solution because in poker, a pair is a hand consisting of two cards of the same rank. It is considered a weak hand compared to higher-ranking hands like three of a kind or a full house.
Young’__ : UNS
"UNS" is the right solution because it completes the phrase "Young'uns," which is a colloquial term for young ones or children.
__ dish : PETRI
The answer to "__ dish" is "PETRI" because a Petri dish is a shallow, cylindrical glass or plastic dish used in laboratories for culturing microorganisms.
__ dish : PETRI
The answer "lab container" fits the clue "__ dish" because in a laboratory setting, a dish is often a container used for various experiments or cultures.
__ dish : PETRI
__ Eats : UBER
The answer "UBER" fits the clue "__ Eats" because Uber has a food delivery service called Uber Eats.
“Captain America : The First Avenger” backdrop, briefly
The answer is "WWII" because "Captain America: The First Avenger" is set during World War II.
“Pygmalion” playwright, for short : GB SHAW
George Bernard Shaw, the playwright of "Pygmalion," is commonly referred to by his initials, G.B. Shaw. Therefore, the correct answer to the clue is "GB SHAW."
“Sadly, yes” : AFRAID SO
The phrase "AFRAID SO" is a common way to express agreement or confirmation with a hint of regret or sadness, making it a fitting response to the clue "“Sadly, yes”."
“Snow Angel” singer Reneé : RAPP
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“Yep, already spotted that” : I SAW
"I SAW" is the right solution because it is a common response indicating that the speaker has already noticed or observed something.
“You have a dictionary, don’t you?” : LOOK IT UP
The phrase "LOOK IT UP" is a common response when someone asks if you have a dictionary, implying that you should find the answer yourself.