Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 24 February 2025, Monday (02-24-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
18-wheeler : SEMI
"RIG" is a common term used to refer to an 18-wheeler truck. It is a short and informal way to describe a large truck with 18 wheels.
Adventurer from Neverland : PETER PAN
Peter Pan is the adventurer from Neverland in J.M. Barrie's famous children's novel. He is a boy who can fly and never grows up, known for his adventures with Wendy, John, Michael, and the Lost Boys.
Become more attractive to : GROW ON
"GROW ON" is the right answer because it means to become more appealing or likable to someone over time, similar to how something can grow on you.
Bit of dark magic : HEX
"HEX" is the right answer because a hex is a type of dark magic spell or curse commonly referenced in folklore and fantasy fiction.
Body art, in brief : TAT
"TAT" is a common abbreviation for "tattoo," which is a form of body art.
Bosom buddies, in modern lingo : BFFS
The term "BFFs" stands for "Best Friends Forever," which is a common phrase used to describe close friends or bosom buddies in modern lingo. Therefore, "BFFs" is the right solution for the clue.
Bread machine? : ATM
The clue "Bread machine?" is a play on words, suggesting a machine that dispenses bread. An ATM is a machine that dispenses cash, making it a clever and fitting answer to the clue.
Bridgestone or Firestone product : TIRE
The clue mentions two well-known tire brands, Bridgestone and Firestone, which both produce tires. Therefore, the answer "TIRE" fits the clue as it is a product of both companies.
Business reversal : UPTURN
The term "Business reversal" suggests a change in the business's direction from a downturn to an improvement. "UPTURN" means an upward trend or improvement, making it the right solution for this clue.
Call to one with a 7-Down : EN GARDE!
The answer "EN GARDE!" is a call used in fencing, which is a sport where opponents face off with swords. The clue "Call to one with a 7-Down" is hinting at a fencing term, with "7-Down" likely being a related clue or answer.
Cartoon dog whose name sounds like a bird : REN
"Ren" sounds like "wren," which is a type of bird. Therefore, the cartoon dog whose name sounds like a bird is "REN."
Classical source of inspiration : MUSE
The answer "MUSE" is the right solution because in Greek mythology, the Muses were goddesses who inspired literature, science, and the arts. They were considered sources of creative inspiration for artists and thinkers.
Clears, as a windshield : DEFOGS
The answer "DEFOGS" fits the clue "Clears, as a windshield" because defogging a windshield refers to removing condensation or fog from it, thus making it clear and improving visibility.
Disabuses of false notions … or a hint to the circled letters : SETS STRAIGHT
The circled letters in the crossword puzzle spell out "STRAIGHT," which is a synonym for "disabuses of false notions." Therefore, the answer "SETS STRAIGHT" fits the clue.
Donkey friend of Roo and Pooh : EEYORE
"Eeyore" is the right solution because Eeyore is a donkey character in the Winnie the Pooh stories who is friends with Roo and Pooh.
FedEx rival : UPS
The crossword clue is asking for a company that competes with FedEx in the shipping industry. UPS is a well-known shipping company that is a direct competitor to FedEx, making it the correct answer.
Fencing blade : EPEE
An epee is a type of fencing sword that is characterized by its triangular blade and is the modern version of the dueling sword. Therefore, "Fencing blade" is a fitting clue for the answer "EPEE".
Forewarns : ALERTS
"Forewarns" is a clue that indicates giving a heads-up or a warning in advance. The word "ALERTS" fits this clue because it means to give a warning or notification about a potential danger or problem.
G.P.S. approx. : ETA
The abbreviation "ETA" stands for Estimated Time of Arrival, which is an approximate time provided by a GPS for when a person or vehicle is expected to reach a certain destination.
Goes out with : SEES
The word "sees" can mean "goes out with" in the sense of dating or spending time with someone socially.
Groove : RUT
"RUT" can be synonymous with "groove" in the sense of a fixed, usually boring routine or pattern of behavior.
Gulped down : CHUGGED
The word "chugged" means to gulp down quickly, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Gulped down."
Gumby and Frisbee : TOYS
The answer "TOYS" fits because Gumby and Frisbee are both types of toys.
Have debt : OWE
"OWE" is the right solution because it means to have a financial obligation to repay money that has been borrowed. In this context, having debt is synonymous with owing money.
Helps with dinner cleanup : WASHES DISHES
This answer fits the clue because washing dishes is a common task done after dinner to clean up.
His and : HERS
The phrase "His and HERS" is commonly used to refer to items or spaces designated for a man and a woman, typically in a relationship. In this context, "HERS" is the counterpart to "His," making it the correct answer.
Hockey great Bobby : ORR
The clue is referring to a "hockey great" and "Bobby", which is likely referring to Bobby Orr, a retired Canadian ice hockey player who is widely considered one of the greatest hockey players of all time. Therefore, the answer is "ORR."
Jah worshiper : RASTA
"Jah" is a term used by Rastafarians to refer to God. Therefore, a "Jah worshiper" would be a Rastafarian, making "RASTA" the correct answer.
K-pop group who performed in the Love Yourself World Tour : BTS
BTS is a popular K-pop group known for their Love Yourself World Tour, making them the correct answer to the clue.
Law : STATUTE
The word "statute" refers to a formal written enactment of a legislative body, which is a type of law. Therefore, "statute" is a fitting answer for the clue "Law."
Line up the side of a dress : SEAM
The answer "SEAM" fits because a seam is a line where two pieces of fabric are sewn together, often found on the side of a dress.
Mark just above D-plus : C-MINUS
The clue "Mark just above D-plus" is asking for a grade that is slightly better than a D-plus. In the grading scale, a C-minus is just above a D-plus, making it the correct answer.
Museum with paintings by Goya and Bosch : PRADO
The Prado is a famous museum in Madrid known for its collection of paintings by renowned artists like Goya and Bosch.
Musical Brian : ENO
Brian Eno is a well-known musician and producer in the music industry. His last name, "Eno," fits the clue "Musical Brian."
Nine-digit IDs : SSNS
The answer to "Nine-digit IDs" is "SSNS" because SSN stands for Social Security Number, which is a nine-digit identification number issued to citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents in the United States.
No longer feral : TAME
"TAME" is the right solution because when an animal is no longer feral, it has been domesticated or trained to be gentle and obedient, which is often described as being "tame."
Oasis locale : DESERT Down 1 Prefix with way or wife
The prefix that goes with "way" or "wife" is "MID-" which means "middle." So the answer is "MIDWAY."
Omelet component : EGG
The answer "EGG" is the right solution because eggs are a common ingredient used to make omelets.
Ones marking exams : GRADERS
The answer "GRADERS" fits the clue "Ones marking exams" because graders are the individuals responsible for evaluating and assigning grades to exams or assignments.
Parent’s conversation-ending reply : SAYS ME!
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Partner of “tried,” in a saying : TRUE
The saying is "tried and TRUE," meaning tested and reliable. So, the partner of "tried" in this saying is "TRUE."
Pickleball divider : NET
The answer "NET" is the right solution because a net is used to divide the pickleball court into two sides for gameplay.
Poked (around) : NOSED
The word "nosed" in this context means to poke around or snoop into something. It is a common expression to describe someone who is investigating or searching through something.
Prefix with -cycle : TRI-
The prefix "uni-" means "one" or "single." When combined with "cycle," it forms the word "unicycle," which is a type of cycle with a single wheel. Therefore, "uni-" is the correct answer to the clue "Prefix with cycle."
Prepared students specifically for material on standardized exams : TAUGHT TO THE TEST
The phrase "TAUGHT TO THE TEST" means teaching students in a way that focuses on preparing them specifically for material that will be on standardized exams. This fits the clue "Prepared students specifically for material on standardized exams."
Risqué : RACY
The word "edgy" can be used to describe something that is daring or provocative, which is often associated with being risqué.
Roped, as a steer : LASSOED
The word "lassoed" means to rope or capture with a lasso, which is a looped rope used for catching livestock. In this context, roping a steer is commonly done with a lasso, making "lassoed" the correct answer.
Sallie ___ (federal student loan agency) : MAE
The answer is "MAE" because Sallie Mae is a well-known federal student loan agency. "MAE" is the abbreviation for Mae in Sallie Mae.
Salt Lake City resident : UTAHAN
The term "UTAHAN" refers to a person who is a resident of the U.S. state of Utah, where Salt Lake City is the capital and largest city.
Shades of color : HUES
"HUES" is the right answer because it is a synonym for shades of color. It refers to the variety of colors present in a particular spectrum.
Singer James who was nicknamed “The Matriarch of R&B” : ETTA
Etta James was a singer known as "The Matriarch of R&B." Therefore, the answer to the clue is "ETTA."
Sinks in : GETS REAL
"Gets real" is a colloquial phrase that means becoming serious or facing reality. When something "sinks in," it means that it is finally understood or accepted, making "gets real" a fitting answer to the clue.
Some out-of-office training : FIELD EXPERIENCE
The term "FIELD EXPERIENCE" refers to practical training or learning opportunities outside of a traditional classroom setting, often in a real-world environment related to one's field of study or work. This fits the clue "Some out-of-office training" as it specifically highlights learning experiences that take place in the field, away from the typical office setting.
Sushi eggs : ROE
"Roe" refers to fish eggs, which are commonly used in sushi as a topping or filling. Therefore, "Sushi eggs" can be correctly clued as "ROE."
Sweetness and saltiness : TASTES
The answer "TASTES" fits the clue "Sweetness and saltiness" because taste refers to the sensation of flavors, including sweet and salty.
Swiss peak : ALP
The Swiss Alps are a famous mountain range in Switzerland, so "ALP" is a common abbreviation for a Swiss peak in crossword puzzles.
Take the L : EAT IT
"Take the L" is a slang term that means to take a loss or accept defeat. In response to this expression, saying "EAT IT" can be seen as a defiant or dismissive way of handling the situation, essentially telling the other person to deal with it or accept the outcome.
Teeny : WEE
The answer to "Teeny" is "ITTY" because "itty" is a slang term meaning very small or tiny.
The “p” of b.p.m. : PER
The abbreviation "b.p.m." stands for "beats per minute." Therefore, the "p" in "b.p.m." stands for "per," making "PER" the correct answer.
Tiny, juicy bit to eat : MORSEL
The word "morsel" refers to a small piece of food, often juicy and delicious, making it a perfect fit for the clue "Tiny, juicy bit to eat."
To be, in French : ETRE
The French word for "to be" is "être," making it the correct answer to the clue "To be, in French."
Two-faced : LYING
The word "lying" can mean deceitful or dishonest, which is a characteristic of someone who is two-faced.
U.K. military branch with jets : RAF
The answer "RAF" stands for Royal Air Force, which is a military branch in the U.K. that operates jets.
Units of resistance : OHMS
The answer to "Units of resistance" is "OHMS" because ohms is the standard unit of measurement for electrical resistance.
Unraveled around the edges : FRAYED
The word "frayed" means to become unraveled or worn out, especially around the edges. So, "Unraveled around the edges" is a clue that directly points to the answer "FRAYED."
Where to see the sunrise, in Madrid : ESTE
The answer "ESTE" is the right solution because "este" translates to "east" in Spanish, and the sun rises in the east.
Wintry forecast : SNOW
The answer "SNOW" fits the clue "Wintry forecast" because snow is a common weather phenomenon during the winter season.
“I’m joining you both!” : ME THREE!
The phrase "ME THREE!" is a common way to express joining a group of three people.
“Lemme do it!” : I WANNA!
The answer "I WANNA!" fits the clue "Lemme do it!" because it is a casual and colloquial way of expressing the desire to do something, similar to saying "let me do it."
“What’s ___ for me?” : IN IT
The phrase "What's in it for me?" is a common expression used to ask about personal benefits or advantages. Therefore, the answer "IN IT" fits the blank in the clue.
“___ is me!” : WOE
This is the right solution because the phrase "___ is me!" is typically used to express sorrow or distress, which is synonymous with the word "woe."
… and so on and so forth : … ETC ETC
The phrase "and so on and so forth" is commonly abbreviated as "etc." in written English. Therefore, the answer "… ETC ETC" represents the repetition of the abbreviation to convey the idea of continuing with additional unspecified items or details.