Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 27 January 2025, Monday (01-27-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
: STAR
In crossword puzzles, "/" is often used to indicate division or separation. The word "per" is commonly used to signify "for each" or "by the means of," which fits the context of the clue. Therefore, "PER" is the right solution for the clue represented by "/".
2.0 : CEE
A pop : EACH
"A pop" is an informal way of saying "per person". "Each" means "per person" and is commonly used in this context, making it the correct answer.
Accompany, as to a dance : ESCORT
The word "escort" means to accompany someone, often to a social event like a dance.
Actor Malek who played Freddie Mercury in “Bohemian Rhapsody” : RAMI
Rami Malek is the actor who portrayed Freddie Mercury in the movie "Bohemian Rhapsody," making "RAMI" the correct answer.
Actress Thompson of the “Creed” movies : TESSA
Tessa Thompson is the actress who played the role of Bianca in the "Creed" movies, making her the correct answer to the clue.
Actress Witherspoon : REESE
Reese Witherspoon is a well-known actress, so "Actress Witherspoon" is referring to her. "Reese" is her first name, making it the correct answer.
Aid in washing a car : RAG
The answer "RAG" is the right solution because a rag is commonly used to wash a car by wiping and cleaning the surface.
Bay Area airport code : SFO
SFO is the airport code for San Francisco International Airport, which is located in the Bay Area of California.
Bird named for its beak’s shape : SHOEBILL
The shoebill is a bird named for its beak's shape, which resembles a shoe or a clog.
Central area of many a palace : COURTYARD
The central area of a palace where people gather and events are held is called a "courtyard." It fits the clue because a courtyard is a common feature in many palaces.
Commonly visited part of a website : HOME PAGE
The "HOME PAGE" is the commonly visited part of a website as it is the first page that typically appears when you visit a website. It serves as the main entry point to navigate through the site.
Cotton variety : PIMA
The answer "PIMA" is the right solution because it is a type of cotton variety known for its long and luxurious fibers.
Currier and ___ : IVES
The answer "IVES" completes the phrase "Currier and Ives," referring to the popular American printmaking firm active in the 19th century.
Damage : HARM
The word "mar" means to cause damage or spoil the appearance of something. Therefore, it is a suitable answer to the clue "Damage."
Dressed like many superheroes : MASKED
The answer "MASKED" fits the clue "Dressed like many superheroes" because superheroes often wear masks to conceal their identity while fighting crime.
Dumps from the payroll : FIRES
The answer "FIRES" fits the clue "Dumps from the payroll" because firing someone means removing them from the payroll or terminating their employment.
Emphatic yes, in Spanish : SI! SI!
The answer "SI! SI!" is the right solution because "SI" means "yes" in Spanish, and repeating it twice adds emphasis to the affirmation.
Explicitly said : STATED
"Explicitly said" is a clue asking for a word that means to express something clearly or directly. The word "STATED" fits this description as it means to express something clearly or formally in speech or writing.
Extremely serious : DIRE
The word "dire" means extremely serious or urgent, making it a fitting answer for the clue "extremely serious."
Fancy party : GALA
The word "soiree" is often used to describe a fancy party or social gathering, making it the right answer for the clue "Fancy party."
Foe’s opposite : ALLY
The opposite of a foe is a friend, someone who is not an enemy but rather a supportive and loyal companion.
Funding sources for many labs : FEDERAL GRANTS
The answer "FEDERAL GRANTS" fits because federal grants are a common source of funding for many research laboratories, helping to support their scientific work and projects.
Greek marriage goddess : HERA
Hera is the Greek goddess of marriage, making her the correct answer to the clue "Greek marriage goddess."
Ignore suspicious behavior … or a hint to the circled letters in 17-, 24-, 51- and 62- : LOOK THE OTHER WAY
The circled letters in the answers to 17-, 24-, 51-, and 62- spell out "THE OTHER WAY," which is a hint to "LOOK THE OTHER WAY," meaning to ignore suspicious behavior.
Illegally fixes : RIGS
"RIGS" is the right solution because in this context, "illegally fixes" means to manipulate or tamper with something in a dishonest way, which is what "RIGS" signifies.
It comes with a charge : ION
"Ion" is the right answer because an ion is an atom or molecule that has an electric charge, either positive or negative.
It’s full of cones and rods : EYE
The answer "EYE" is correct because cones and rods are the photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye, responsible for detecting light and color.
Kids’ game that may be played on a road trip : I SPY
"I SPY" is a popular kids' game that can be played on a road trip because it requires players to spot objects outside the car based on clues given by one player. It is a fun and interactive way to pass the time during a journey.
Krypton or argon : GAS
The clue "Krypton or argon" is referring to gases, as krypton and argon are both noble gases on the periodic table. Therefore, the answer "GAS" fits the clue.
Land at a river’s mouth : DELTA
The answer "DELTA" refers to a landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into multiple smaller channels before flowing into the sea.
Listing in an engagement calendar : EVENT
The answer "EVENT" fits the clue "Listing in an engagement calendar" because an engagement calendar typically lists important dates and events that a person needs to remember or attend.
Main dish : ENTREE
In American English, "entree" typically refers to the main course of a meal. This term is commonly used in restaurants and formal dining settings to describe the main dish served during a meal.
Manufactured : MADE
The word "manufactured" is a synonym for "made," as both words refer to the process of producing something.
More spunky : FEISTIER
The word "feistier" means having more spirit or determination, which is synonymous with being more spunky.
Mountain crest : RIDGE
The term "ridge" refers to the long, narrow elevation at the top of a mountain, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Mountain crest."
Musical based on a comic strip : ANNIE
"Annie" is a well-known musical that is based on the popular comic strip "Little Orphan Annie" by Harold Gray. The musical follows the story of a young orphan girl named Annie and her adventures.
New Mexico art locale : TAOS
The answer "TAOS" is the right solution because Taos is a city in New Mexico known for its vibrant art scene and numerous art galleries.
Norway’s biggest city : OSLO
Oslo is the capital and largest city in Norway, making it the correct answer to the clue "Norway's biggest city."
One of the Obamas : SASHA
Sasha is one of Barack and Michelle Obama's daughters. The clue "One of the Obamas" is referring to a member of the Obama family, making Sasha the correct answer.
Part of a brain connection : AXON
An axon is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell that conducts electrical impulses away from the cell body. It is a key part of a brain connection as it transmits signals to other neurons or cells in the body.
Period of time : ERA
"ERA" is the right solution because it is a common crossword abbreviation for a period of time, often used to refer to a particular historical period or era.
Phillipa of “Hamilton” : SOO
The clue is referring to a person named Phillipa who was in the musical "Hamilton". The answer to this clue is "SOO" because Phillipa Soo is the actress who played the role of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton in the original Broadway cast of "Hamilton".
Pie ___ mode : A LA
The phrase "à la mode" means "with ice cream" in French. Therefore, the answer to "Pie ___ mode" is "ALA".
Poker buy-in : ANTE
In poker, an "ante" is a small amount of money that each player is required to put into the pot before the start of a hand. Therefore, "Poker buy-in" is referring to the initial amount of money required to participate in a game of poker, which is the "ante".
Purple fruit used for flavoring : SLOE Down 1 “Tsk, tsk,” in textspeak
The answer "SLOE" fits the clue because a sloe is a small, dark purple fruit commonly used for flavoring in making sloe gin.
Purple-flecked root vegetable : TARO
Taro is a root vegetable that can have a purple-flecked outer skin, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Purple-flecked root vegetable."
Quiet place in a church : APSE
An apse is a semicircular or polygonal projection at the end of a church where the altar is located. It is typically a quiet and sacred area within a church, making it the correct answer to the clue "Quiet place in a church."
Rip : TEAR
"Rip" is a verb that means to tear something apart forcefully. "Rend" is a synonym of "rip," meaning to tear or split something apart violently. Therefore, "rend" is the right answer to this crossword clue.
Section of a circle : ARC
The answer "ARC" fits because a section of a circle is called an arc, which is a part of the circle's circumference.
Secure again, as a door : RELOCK
The clue "Secure again, as a door" indicates that we need a word that means to lock a door once more. "Relock" fits this description as it means to lock again, making it the correct answer.
Series of professional calls, as by doctors : ROUNDS
The answer "ROUNDS" fits the clue because doctors often make a series of professional visits to patients in a hospital or clinic, which is commonly referred to as "making rounds."
Small Spanish dishes : TAPAS
"TAPAS" are small Spanish dishes typically served as appetizers or snacks. They are a popular part of Spanish cuisine and are often shared among diners.
Snowy getaway : SKI RESORT
The answer "SKI RESORT" fits the clue "Snowy getaway" because a ski resort is a place where people go to enjoy winter sports like skiing and snowboarding in snowy conditions.
Soft French cheese : BRIE
Brie is a soft, creamy French cheese that is made from cow's milk. It is a popular cheese that is often used in cooking and is known for its mild, buttery flavor and soft, gooey texture. Therefore, BRIE is the right solution for the clue "Soft French cheese".
Some upscale hotels : OMNIS
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Stance for a yoga beginner : TREE POSE
The TREE POSE is a common yoga stance that is often recommended for beginners due to its simplicity and focus on balance and stability. It involves standing on one leg with the other leg bent and the foot resting on the inner thigh of the standing leg, resembling a tree.
Study abroad program on a ship : SEMESTER AT SEA
"SEMESTER AT SEA" is the right solution because it is a specific study abroad program where students live and learn on a ship while traveling to various countries and earning college credits.
Suitemate, e.g. : ROOMIE
The answer "ROOMIE" fits the clue "Suitemate, e.g." because a suitemate is someone you share a room with, which is commonly referred to as a "roomie."
Sweet, swirly dessert item : SWISS ROLL
"Swiss roll" is a sweet dessert that is known for its swirly appearance, typically made of sponge cake filled with cream or jam and rolled into a spiral shape. The clue describes the dessert as sweet and swirly, making "Swiss roll" the correct answer.
They may be forced or unforced : ERRORS
The term "errors" can refer to mistakes in various contexts, such as in sports like tennis where errors can be forced (due to opponent's skill) or unforced (due to player's mistake).
They’re no pros : CONS
The word "CONS" is short for "con artists," who are not professionals but rather people who deceive others for personal gain.
Treasure holder : CHEST
The answer "CHEST" fits the clue "Treasure holder" because a chest is a common container used to hold valuable items or treasures.
TV coach Lasso : TED
The TV show "Ted Lasso" features a character named Ted Lasso who is a coach. Therefore, the answer to the clue "TV coach Lasso" is "TED."
Way of sending textspeak : SMS
"SMS" stands for Short Message Service, which is a way of sending text messages using a cellular network. This is a common abbreviation used for texting, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Way of sending textspeak."
What applicants may be seeking : ADMISSION
The answer "ADMISSION" fits the clue "What applicants may be seeking" because applicants are usually seeking admission into a school, program, event, or organization.
x or y, on a graph : AXIS
The answer "AXIS" fits because on a graph, "x" and "y" values are plotted along two perpendicular lines known as axes.
Yes votes that are an anagram of other yes votes : AYES
The clue indicates that the answer is an anagram of "yes votes". The word "AYES" is an anagram of "YES", making it the correct answer.
___ v. Wade : ROE
The answer "ROE" fits the clue "___ v. Wade" because "Roe" is the plaintiff in the famous 1973 U.S. Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion in the United States.
___-mo : SLO
The answer "SLO" fits the clue "___-mo" because it completes the phrase "slow-mo," which is a shortened form of "slow motion" often used in film and video production.
“I see!” : AAH!
The answer "AAH!" is a common expression used to show understanding or realization, similar to saying "I see!" in conversation.
“Well, ___-di-dah!” : LAH
The phrase "Well, ___-di-dah!" is a playful expression, and "LAH" is a common ending used in such expressions to convey a sense of nonchalance or indifference.