Here's all LA Times Crossword answers for 11 November 2024, Monday. Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
10-, slangily : MOOLAH
The answer "MOOLAH" is slang for money, which is often referred to as "moolah" informally.
Accept, as a coupon : HONOR
The word "honor" means to accept or respect something, such as a coupon. In this case, "accept, as a coupon" is a clue hinting at the word "honor" as the correct answer.
Actress Whitman : MAE
Mae Whitman is an actress known for her roles in TV shows and movies, making "MAE" the correct answer.
Armed conflict : WAR
"WAR" is the right solution because it fits the definition of an armed conflict, which is a state of open, often prolonged fighting between two or more groups or countries.
Assumed name : ALIAS
"Alias" is the right answer because an assumed name is another name that a person uses instead of their real name, often for privacy or security reasons. "Alias" specifically refers to a false or alternative name used by a person.
Calm periods : LULLS
"LULLS" refers to calm periods of quiet or inactivity, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Calm periods."
Campy photo booth accessory : FEATHER BOA
The answer "FEATHER BOA" fits the clue because feather boas are a fun and flamboyant accessory often used in campy or playful settings like a photo booth. It adds a touch of glamour and whimsy to the photo-taking experience.
Candy treat shaped like a chick or bunny : MARSHMALLOW PEEP
The answer "MARSHMALLOW PEEP" fits the clue because Marshmallow Peeps are a popular candy treat shaped like chicks or bunnies, especially during Easter.
Card with no face or number : ACE
The card "ACE" in a deck of cards does not have a face or number, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Catherine’s “Schitt’s Creek” role : MOIRA
The answer is "MOIRA" because Catherine O'Hara played the character Moira Rose on the TV show "Schitt's Creek."
Cat’s noise : MEOW!
The answer "MEOW!" is the right solution because it is a common sound that a cat makes.
Cat’s noise : MEOW!
This is the right solution because "MEOW!" is the sound that a cat makes.
City west of Venice : PADUA
PADUA is the right solution because it is a city located west of Venice in Italy.
Cola brand : PEPSI
"Pepsi" is a well-known cola brand, making it the correct answer to the clue "Cola brand."
Comics icon Lee : STAN
Stan Lee is a well-known comics icon who co-created many popular Marvel superheroes like Spider-Man and the X-Men. Therefore, the answer "STAN" fits the clue "Comics icon Lee" as it refers to Stan Lee.
Diamond birthstone month : APRIL
The birthstone for April is the diamond.
Do __ disturb : NOT
The phrase "Do not disturb" is a common expression used to request privacy or to indicate that someone should not interrupt. In this context, "not" is the correct answer to complete the phrase.
Doesn’t make history? : CUTS CLASS
The answer "CUTS CLASS" fits the clue "Doesn’t make history?" because by cutting class, a student is skipping the opportunity to be present in class and therefore not making a mark or being present in the history of that class session.
Epitome of slowness : SNAIL
The snail is known for its slow pace of movement, making it the epitome of slowness.
Fades to black : ENDS
In film and theater, "fading to black" is a common technique used to indicate the end of a scene or the end of a production. Therefore, the word "ENDS" is an appropriate answer to the clue "Fades to black."
Fades to black : ENDS
The phrase "fades to black" often signifies the end of something, like a movie or a scene. Therefore, the answer "ENDS" fits perfectly as it indicates the conclusion or the ending.
Fire residue : ASH
The answer "ASH" is the right solution because it is the residue left behind after a fire has burned. Ash is the powdery substance that remains once the fire has consumed the fuel.
Fish eggs : ROE
Fish eggs are commonly known as "roe". Therefore, "ROE" is the correct answer to the crossword clue "Fish eggs".
Fish eggs : ROE
The answer to "Fish eggs" is "SPAWN" because spawn refers to the eggs that fish lay.
Fish eggs : ROE
"Roe" is the correct answer because it refers to fish eggs, specifically from the ovaries of a female fish.
Flowerpot spot : SILL
The word "sill" refers to the horizontal shelf at the bottom of a window, where a flowerpot is commonly placed.
For starters : FIRST
The phrase "For starters" is a clue indicating the beginning or initial item in a sequence. Therefore, the answer "FIRST" fits perfectly as it means the initial or beginning position in a series.
Furnish with gear : EQUIP
"EQUIP" means to provide with necessary items or gear. In this case, "Furnish with gear" is a clue hinting at providing gear or equipment, making "EQUIP" the appropriate answer.
Gravy vessel : BOAT
"Boat" is the right answer because a gravy boat is a serving dish specifically designed for holding and pouring gravy. It is shaped like a small boat, hence the name.
In favor of : PRO
"Pro" is a Latin root word meaning "for" or "in favor of". In English, "pro" is used as a prefix to mean "in favor of" or "supporting". Therefore, "pro" is the right answer to the crossword clue "In favor of".
In favor of : PRO
"FOR" is the right answer because it is a synonym for "in favor of."
In favor of : PRO
"Pro" is short for "in favor of" in Latin, making it the right solution for the clue.
Inflict upon : DO TO
"Inflict (upon)" is a clue indicating that one is imposing something on someone else. "Foist" means to impose an unwanted or unnecessary thing on someone, making it the right solution for this clue.
Inflict upon : DO TO
The answer "DO TO" fits the clue "Inflict upon" because it conveys the idea of causing something to happen or imposing something on someone or something. It is a common phrase used in this context.
Keyboard shortcut starter : CTRL
The answer "CTRL" is the right solution because it is a common keyboard shortcut starter key used in combination with other keys to perform various actions on a computer.
Last part of a play, perhaps : ACT IV
In a play, the last part is typically Act IV, as plays are usually divided into multiple acts. Therefore, "Last part of a play, perhaps" is referring to Act IV.
Lean and muscular : WIRY
"WIRY" is the right answer because it describes someone who is thin but strong and muscular, typically with a lean and agile physique.
MacGowan of the Pogues : SHANE
Shane MacGowan is a founding member and the lead singer of the Irish band The Pogues. Therefore, the answer to "MacGowan of the Pogues" is "SHANE."
Media that’s burned before reading : CDS
The answer "CDS" is the right solution because CDs (compact discs) need to be burned with data before they can be read or played. So, they are "burned before reading."
Mideast canal : SUEZ
The Suez Canal is a famous waterway located in the Middle East, making "SUEZ" the correct answer for the clue "Mideast canal."
Mountain range from Kazakhstan to the Arctic Ocean : URALS
The Urals mountain range stretches from Kazakhstan to the Arctic Ocean, making it the correct answer for this clue.
National park in Alberta : BANFF
Banff is a famous national park in Alberta, Canada known for its stunning natural beauty and wildlife. It is a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making it a common crossword answer for this clue.
NNE opposite : SSW
The answer "SSW" stands for South-Southwest, which is the opposite direction of North-Northeast (NNE). It is a commonly used abbreviation in navigation and compass directions.
NNE opposite : SSW
The answer "SSW" is the opposite direction of "NNE" on a compass rose, making it the correct solution to the clue "NNE opposite."
NNE opposite : SSW
"NNE" stands for "north-northeast," which is a direction on a compass. The opposite direction of "NNE" would be "SSW," which stands for "south-southwest." In essence, "NNE opposite" is asking for the direction that is directly opposite to "NNE" on a compass, which is "SSW."
On in years : OLD
The word "aged" means advanced in years, which makes it a suitable answer for the clue "on in years".
On in years : OLD
"Old" is the right answer because the phrase "on in years" is a subtle way of saying someone is advanced in age, which is synonymous with being old.
Onetime Swedish automaker : SAAB
SAAB is the right answer because it was a Swedish automaker that was known for producing cars and had a unique and distinctive design.
Paper money : CASH
The answer "CASH" is the right solution for "Paper money" because cash refers to physical currency in the form of bills and coins that can be used for transactions.
Perfectly timed : OPPORTUNE
"Perfectly timed" is another way of saying something happens at the most suitable or advantageous moment. The word "opportune" means occurring at a favorable or appropriate time, making it the right solution for this clue.
Pharmaceutical giant Eli __ : LILLY
The answer is "LILLY" because Eli Lilly is a well-known pharmaceutical company.
Pink cocktail, familiarly : COSMO
The answer "COSMO" is the right solution because it is a common abbreviation for the pink cocktail "Cosmopolitan".
Posh : RITZY
The word "posh" is a synonym for luxurious or fancy. "Luxe" is a word that means luxurious or high-end, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Posh."
Posh : RITZY
"RITZY" is a synonym for "posh" as it means luxurious or elegant, typically in a showy or extravagant way.
Proposal : OFFER
"Offer" is the right solution for "Proposal" because a proposal is a suggestion or plan put forward for consideration, and an offer is a similar term used to suggest something to someone for acceptance or rejection. They both involve presenting something for consideration or acceptance.
Renewable energy source : SOLAR
"SOLAR" is a renewable energy source because it harnesses energy from the sun, which is a sustainable and inexhaustible resource.
Savory quality : UMAMI
The answer is "UMAMI" because it refers to the fifth basic taste, known for its savory quality. It is often described as a pleasant, meaty or brothy flavor.
Savory quality : UMAMI
"Umami" is the fifth basic taste, along with sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. It is often described as a savory or meaty flavor, making it the correct answer for the clue "Savory quality."
Shave (down) : PARE
The word "PARE" means to shave down or reduce something, making it the right solution for the clue "Shave (down)."
Skeet shout : PULL!
In skeet shooting, "PULL!" is the shout used to signal the release of the target. This prompts the shooter to quickly aim and shoot at the target.
Sleepover hideaway : PILLOW FORT
The answer "PILLOW FORT" fits the clue "Sleepover hideaway" because children often build forts out of pillows during sleepovers to create a cozy and private space for themselves.
Smartphone downloads : APPS
The abbreviation "APPS" stands for "applications," which are programs that can be downloaded and installed on a smartphone to perform various functions. Therefore, "Smartphone downloads" refers to the act of downloading and installing these applications, making "APPS" the correct answer.
Smartphone downloads : APPS
The answer "APPS" fits the clue "Smartphone downloads" because apps are software applications that can be downloaded and installed on a smartphone to perform various functions or tasks.
Snorer’s affliction : APNEA
"APNEA" is the right answer because it is a common sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or instances of shallow or infrequent breathing during sleep, which can lead to snoring.
Some Fidelity offerings, for short : IRAS
The answer "IRAS" stands for Individual Retirement Accounts, which are investment options offered by Fidelity Investments. "IRAS" is a common abbreviation for Individual Retirement Accounts, making it the right solution for the clue "Some Fidelity offerings, for short."
Southern California’s June Gloom, essentially : CLOUD COVER
The answer "CLOUD COVER" fits because "June Gloom" refers to overcast skies and fog common in Southern California in June, which is caused by cloud cover.
Spanish eight : OCHO
The word "ocho" is Spanish for the number eight.
Spanish eight : OCHO
"Spanish eight" translates to "ocho" in Spanish, which is the number 8 in English. Therefore, the answer is "OCHO."
Start, as a golf round : TEE UP
The term "TEE UP" is used in golf to describe the act of placing the golf ball on the tee at the beginning of a round. This action signifies the start of the golf round, making "TEE UP" the correct answer to the clue.
Toothpaste-endorsing org. : ADA
The American Dental Association (ADA) is a well-known organization that often endorses toothpaste products, making it the right solution for "Toothpaste-endorsing org."
Trademarked pastry creation : CRONUT
The answer "CRONUT" combines the words "croissant" and "donut," creating a trademarked pastry that is a popular and unique dessert.
Trial period for a new product, and what 17-, 25-, 38-, and 46- all have? : SOFT LAUNCH
The answer "SOFT LAUNCH" fits the clue because a soft launch is a trial period for a new product, and the words at 17-, 25-, 38-, and 46- in the crossword puzzle all relate to the concept of introducing something new in a soft or limited way before a full launch.
Weightlifter’s units : REPS
"REPS" is short for repetitions, which are the units of measurement used to track the number of times a weightlifter lifts a weight in a single exercise session.
__ urchin : SEA
The term "urchin" is commonly used to refer to a sea creature, specifically a small spiny marine animal found in the ocean. Therefore, the answer "SEA" fits the clue "__ urchin" as it directly relates to the sea-dwelling nature of the creature.
__-dab in the middle : SMACK
The phrase "__-dab" means directly or right in the middle. "Smack" can mean directly or right, making it a fitting answer to complete the phrase "__-dab in the middle."
“Halo” star Schreiber : PABLO
The answer is "PABLO" because the actor who starred in "Halo" is Pablo Schreiber.
“Heavens to __!” : BETSY Down 1 Beach bottle no.
“Listen up!” : HEY!
The answer "HEY!" is a common informal way to get someone's attention, making it a fitting response to the clue "Listen up!"
“Oorah!” military org. : USMC
The answer "USMC" stands for United States Marine Corps, which is known for the battle cry "Oorah!" commonly used by Marines.
“That’s it for me!” : I QUIT!
The phrase "I QUIT!" is commonly used when someone is done with a task or job, which fits the clue "That's it for me!" as it indicates the person is finished and leaving.