Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 19 February 2024, Monday (02-19-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Achilles or Aeneas : EPIC HERO
The answer "EPIC HERO" fits because Achilles and Aeneas are both legendary figures in epic poems, making them examples of epic heroes.
Any of 116 in Japan’s Inazawa Grand Bowl, the world’s largest bowling alley : LANE
The answer is "LANE" because in a bowling alley, each of the 116 tracks where players roll the ball is called a lane.
Aries animal : RAM
The zodiac sign Aries is represented by the animal "RAM".
Astronomical belt wearer : ORION
"ORION" is the right solution because Orion is a prominent constellation in the night sky and is often depicted as wearing a belt of three stars.
Await a decision : PEND
The answer "PEND" is short for "pending," which means to await a decision.
Baked ___ (side dish) : BEANS Down 1 “Let me handle this!”
Baking soda meas. : TSP
"TSP" is the abbreviation for teaspoon, a common measurement used in baking recipes. In this case, "Baking soda meas." is asking for the abbreviation for a common unit of measurement used for baking soda, which is teaspoon.
Beat by a little, as in joke telling : ONE-UP
The answer "ONE-UP" fits because it means to surpass or outdo someone, which is what happens when you are beat by a little in joke telling - someone tells a slightly better joke than you.
Birds that go “HONK!” : GEESE
Geese are birds known for making a honking sound, hence they are the birds that go "HONK!" in this crossword clue.
Calculates sum-thing? : ADDS
The clue is a play on words, suggesting to calculate something related to "sum." In this case, "ADDS" is the correct answer as it means to calculate the sum of numbers.
Calf-length pants : CAPRIS
The term "capris" refers to a style of pants that are cropped and typically hit mid-calf. This makes them calf-length pants, making "CAPRIS" the correct answer.
Celebs’ followings : FAN BASES
The term "Fan bases" refers to the followers or supporters of celebrities, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Celebs' followings."
Chocolate bar named for a group of literary swordsmen : THREE MUSKETEERS
The answer "THREE MUSKETEERS" fits the clue because it is a chocolate bar named after the group of literary swordsmen in the novel "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas.
Cleopatra’s is still undiscovered : TOMB
The answer "TOMB" fits the clue because Cleopatra's final resting place has not been found yet, making it still undiscovered.
Colorful part of the eye : IRIS
The iris is the colored part of the eye that surrounds the pupil and controls the amount of light entering the eye. This makes it the correct answer to the clue "Colorful part of the eye."
Compete for a congressional seat : RUN
"RUN" is the right answer because in the context of a congressional seat, candidates typically "run" for office by participating in an election campaign.
Concludes : ENDS
The word "concludes" is a synonym for "ends," making "ENDS" the correct answer.
Currency with the symbol ¥ : YEN
The currency with the symbol ¥ is Yen, as the symbol ¥ is specifically associated with the Japanese Yen.
Data point for a pilot : ALTITUDE
The term "ALTITUDE" refers to the height of an aircraft above a given reference point, such as sea level. Pilots use altitude as a crucial data point to navigate and maintain safe flying conditions.
Do, as a crossword : SOLVE
"SOLVE" is the right answer because when you "do" a crossword puzzle, you solve it by filling in the answers to the clues.
E-cigarette smoker : VAPER
The answer "VAPER" fits because it is a commonly used term to describe someone who uses an e-cigarette.
Exaggerated kind of journalism : GONZO
"GONZO" is the right solution because it refers to a style of journalism pioneered by Hunter S. Thompson, known for its exaggerated and subjective approach to storytelling.
Eye, slangily : PEEPER
The word "peeper" is slang for "eye," making it a fitting answer to the clue "Eye, slangily."
Fantasy land in “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” : NARNIA
The fantasy land in "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" is called Narnia. It is a well-known fictional world created by C.S. Lewis in his popular book series.
Fashionable : HIP
"HIP" is the right answer because it is a slang term meaning stylish or fashionable.
Festival following Ramadan, informally : EID
"EID" is the right solution because Eid is a festival that follows Ramadan in the Islamic calendar. It is a time of celebration and feasting for Muslims around the world.
Flavor enhancer imparting umami, for short : MSG
"MSG" stands for monosodium glutamate, which is a common flavor enhancer known for imparting umami taste to dishes. In the context of the crossword clue, "MSG" is the abbreviation for this flavor enhancer that fits the description.
Good-hearted sort, from Yiddish : MENSCH
The word "MENSCH" is a Yiddish term that means a person of integrity and honor, often used to describe someone who is good-hearted.
H.S. sophomore’s exam : PSAT
The PSAT is a standardized test typically taken by high school sophomores. It stands for Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test, making it a fitting answer to the clue "H.S. sophomore’s exam."
H2O, to a toddler : WAWA
The answer "WAWA" is the way a toddler might say "water" or "H2O" due to their limited language skills.
Have people over : HOST
The answer "HOST" fits the clue "Have people over" because hosting typically involves inviting people to your home or event.
Its basin covers roughly 40% of South America : AMAZON
The Amazon River basin covers roughly 40% of South America, making "AMAZON" the correct answer.
Jacket with a name derived from Inuit : ANORAK
The name "anorak" is derived from the Inuit language. It is a type of jacket typically made of waterproof material, making it suitable for cold and wet weather conditions.
Keebler mascot : ELF
The Keebler mascot is an elf because in Keebler's advertising and branding, they are known for using elves to represent their brand and products.
Like a space measured by length, width, depth and time : FOUR-DIMENSIONAL
The answer "FOUR-DIMENSIONAL" fits the clue because it describes a space that is measured in four dimensions: length, width, depth, and time. This term is commonly used in physics and mathematics to refer to a space that includes the dimension of time along with the three spatial dimensions.
Like feta cheese in a Greek salad : CRUMBLED
The answer "CRUMBLED" fits because feta cheese in a Greek salad is typically served crumbled, not sliced or shredded.
Lump, as of whipped cream : GOB
The word "gob" can mean a lump or a large amount of something soft and wet, like whipped cream.
Major work of art : OPUS
"Opus" is a Latin term often used to refer to a major work of art or music created by a composer or artist. In the context of a crossword clue asking for a major work of art, "opus" is a common and fitting answer.
Mo. when winter officially starts : DEC
The answer is "DEC" because December (DEC) is the month when winter officially starts in the Northern Hemisphere.
Network behind the streaming service Peacock : NBC
The streaming service Peacock is owned by NBCUniversal, so the network behind Peacock is NBC.
Nora who wrote “When Harry Met Sally …” : EPHRON
Nora Ephron is the writer of the movie "When Harry Met Sally...," making "EPHRON" the correct answer to the clue.
Place for an Americano in Paris? : CAFE
The clue "Place for an Americano in Paris?" suggests a location where you can find an Americano coffee in Paris, which is typically a cafe. Therefore, the answer "CAFE" fits the clue.
Place of Achilles’ vulnerability, in myth : HEEL
The Achilles' heel is a phrase that originated from Greek mythology, where Achilles, a warrior, was invulnerable except for his heel. This vulnerability ultimately led to his downfall. Therefore, the answer "HEEL" fits the clue as it refers to Achilles' vulnerability in myth.
Popular photo app, familiarly : INSTA
The answer "INSTA" is the right solution because it is a common abbreviation for the popular photo-sharing app Instagram.
Prefix with cycle or lateral : UNI-
The prefix "UNI-" means "one" or "single," so it can be added to words like "cycle" or "lateral" to create new words with the meaning of "one cycle" or "one side."
Prize that a prospector pries : ORE
"ORE" is the right solution because a prospector pries rocks to find valuable minerals like gold or silver, which are often found in ore.
Sch. in Baton Rouge : LSU
LSU stands for Louisiana State University, which is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Shiny fabric : LAME
The answer to "Shiny fabric" is "SATIN" because satin is a type of fabric known for its smooth and glossy surface, which gives it a shiny appearance.
Six years, for a U.S. senator : TERM
The answer "TERM" fits the clue because a U.S. senator serves a term of six years in office.
Societal problems : ILLS
The word "ills" is a synonym for societal problems or troubles. It is a common term used to describe various issues or difficulties within a society.
Sour fruit : LEMONS
The answer "LEMONS" fits the clue "Sour fruit" because lemons are known for their sour taste, making them a common example of a sour fruit.
Suggest without saying : IMPLY
The word "imply" means to suggest something without explicitly stating it, making it the right answer to the clue "Suggest without saying."
Tarnished reputation : BAD NAME
The phrase "bad name" is commonly used to refer to a tarnished reputation. It implies that someone or something is known for negative reasons.
Traitorous Corleone brother in “The Godfather Part II” : FREDO
The traitorous Corleone brother in "The Godfather Part II" is Fredo because Fredo betrays his family by colluding with their enemies.
Undergarment with cups : BRA
The answer "BRA" fits the clue because a bra is an undergarment that typically has cups to provide support and shape to the breasts.
Unfaithful to, as a lover : TWO-TIMING
The answer "TWO-TIMING" fits the clue "Unfaithful to, as a lover" because it means being disloyal by having a romantic relationship with another person while already committed to someone else.
Unpleasant smell : ODOR
"ODOR" is the right answer because it is a common synonym for an unpleasant smell.
Uzo ___ of “Orange Is the New Black” : ADUBA
The answer is "ADUBA" because Uzo Aduba is the actress who played the character Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren on the TV show "Orange Is the New Black."
Vessel for a frozen lake : ICEBOAT
The answer "ICEBOAT" fits the clue because an iceboat is a vessel specifically designed to travel on frozen lakes or rivers, making it a suitable solution for the given clue.
Wasn’t honest with : MISLED
"MISLED" is the right answer because it means to give the wrong idea or impression, which is what someone does when they are not being honest with another person.
Went “Ptui!” : SPAT
The word "Ptui" is an onomatopoeic representation of spitting, which makes "SPAT" the right answer.
What the first word of the answer to each starred clue counts, with respect to the second word : SYLLABLES
The first word of each starred clue counts the number of syllables in the second word, leading to the answer "SYLLABLES."
Where baby food might wind up, if not in the baby’s mouth : BIB
A bib is a cloth worn around a baby's neck to protect their clothes from food spills. If the baby food doesn't end up in the baby's mouth, it would likely end up on the bib.
Word repeated before “Pants on fire!” : LIAR
The word "LIAR" is repeated before "Pants on fire!" in the saying "Liar, liar, pants on fire!" which is a common phrase used to call someone out for lying.
Writer Anaïs : NIN
The answer to "Writer Anaïs" is "NIN" because it is the abbreviated form of Anaïs Nin's name.
___ Fenty, former mayor of Washington, D.C. : ADRIAN
The answer is "ADRIAN" because Adrian Fenty is the former mayor of Washington, D.C.
___-Cola : COCA
The answer "COCA" fits the clue "___-Cola" because it completes the name of the popular soft drink "Coca-Cola."
___/her pronouns : SHE
The clue is asking for a pronoun that is used to refer to a female person. "She" is the pronoun commonly used for this purpose.
“A few words from our sponsors,” per a TV euphemism : ADS
The clue is hinting at a more concise term for "A few words from our sponsors," which are typically advertisements or "ADS" on TV.
“Hey, you there!” : PSST!
"PSST!" is often used to get someone's attention in a quiet or secretive manner, which fits the clue "Hey, you there!" asking for attention in a discreet way.
“Let’s not play favorites” : BE FAIR
The phrase "Let's not play favorites" suggests the idea of being impartial and just. The answer "BE FAIR" conveys this message succinctly, as being fair means treating everyone equally and without bias.
“Mm-hmm” : YEP
The answer "YUP" is the right solution because it is a casual and informal way of saying "yes" or expressing agreement, which is often represented by "mm-hmm" in conversation.
“So close, ___ so far” : YET
The phrase "So close, yet so far" is a commonly used expression to convey a sense of nearness but ultimate unattainability. In this context, "yet" is used to emphasize the contrast between being close in proximity or achievement, but still being distant or unattainable.
“Uhh, I mean …” : ERM …
The answer "ERM" is commonly used in casual speech to indicate hesitation or uncertainty, making it a fitting response to the clue "“Uhh, I mean …”".
“Up, up and ___!” : AWAY
The phrase "Up, up and away" is a common expression used to convey a sense of excitement or adventure. In this context, "away" suggests moving or flying off into the distance, making it the fitting completion to the phrase.
“___ the ramparts we watched …” : O’ER
The phrase "o'er the ramparts we watched" is from the United States national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner." "O'er" is a contraction of "over."