Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 4 March 2024, Monday (03-04-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
1998 Winter Olympics host : NAGANO
"NAGANO" is the right answer because Nagano, Japan hosted the 1998 Winter Olympics.
Add (up) : TALLY
"TALLY" is the right solution because to "add up" means to calculate the total of a set of numbers or items, which is what you do when you tally something.
Beachside hut : CABANA
"CABANA" is the right solution because a cabana is a small, sometimes portable, structure found at beaches or poolsides where people can relax, change clothes, or seek shade.
Birthday dessert : CAKE
The answer "CAKE" fits the clue "Birthday dessert" because cake is a common dessert served at birthday celebrations.
Cereal in a party mix : CHEX
The answer is "CHEX" because Chex is a type of cereal commonly used in party mixes like Chex Mix.
Certain “figure” made in skating : EIGHT
The answer "EIGHT" is the right solution because in figure skating, one of the common elements performed is tracing a figure eight on the ice.
Chemistry lab container : BEAKER
The answer "BEAKER" is the right solution because a beaker is a common container used in chemistry labs to hold and mix liquids.
Closes : SHUTS
The answer "SHUTTERS" fits the clue "Closes" because shutters are a type of window covering that can be closed to block out light or provide privacy.
Cloud in outer space : NEBULA
NEBULA is the right answer because a nebula is a cloud of gas and dust in outer space.
Coke or Pepsi : COLA
The answer to "Coke or Pepsi" is "COLA" because both Coke and Pepsi are popular brands of cola beverages.
Country on the south side of Mount Everest : NEPAL
Nepal is the country located on the south side of Mount Everest in the Himalayas. It is home to the base camps for climbers attempting to summit the world's highest peak.
Dawdle : LAG
"Lag" means to move slowly or fall behind, which is synonymous with dawdling.
Diarist Nin : ANAIS
"ANAIS" is the right solution because the diarist Nin is commonly known as Anais Nin.
Disinfectant brand : LYSOL
CLOROX is a well-known brand of disinfectant products, including bleach and cleaning sprays. It is a commonly used household name and fits the clue well.
Diving gear : SCUBA
SCUBA stands for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus, which is the gear used for diving that allows the diver to breathe underwater.
Farm storage building : SILO
A silo is a tall structure used on farms to store grain or animal feed. It is commonly used as a farm storage building, making "SILO" the correct answer to the clue.
Film franchise that includes “The Avengers,” “Thor” and “Iron Man,” in brief : MCU
"MCU" stands for Marvel Cinematic Universe, which is the film franchise that includes "The Avengers," "Thor," and "Iron Man." It is a common abbreviation used to refer to this popular series of interconnected superhero movies.
Garlicky shrimp dish : SCAMPI
The answer to "Garlicky shrimp dish" is "SCAMPI" because scampi refers to a popular Italian-American dish made with shrimp that is cooked in a garlic butter sauce.
Gimlet or screwdriver : TOOL
Grannies : NANAS
"NANAS" is a slang term for grandmothers or grannies. It's a simple and common term that fits the clue perfectly.
Gridiron scores, for short : TDS
The answer "TDS" is short for touchdowns, which are scores in American football.
Headwear in a cafeteria kitchen : HAIRNET
The answer "HAIRNET" is the right solution because hairnets are commonly worn in cafeteria kitchens to prevent hair from falling into food.
Help : ASSIST
"AID" is the right solution to the clue "Help" because "AID" means to provide assistance or support to someone in need, which is synonymous with the meaning of "Help".
Id’s counterpart : EGO
The id, ego, and superego are the three parts of the psyche according to Freudian psychology. The id is the instinctual and impulsive part, while the ego is the rational and conscious part that balances the id and superego. So, the ego is the counterpart to the id.
In the manner of : A LA
"ALA" is a Latin phrase that means "in the manner of". In crossword clues, "in the manner of" is a common indicator for the answer "ALA".
In ___ (not yet born) : UTERO
The word "utero" refers to the uterus or womb, which is where a baby develops before birth. Therefore, "in utero" means "not yet born."
It comes from the heart : ARTERY
The answer "artery" is the right solution because arteries carry blood away from the heart to the rest of the body, so they literally come from the heart.
Jordanian port city : AQABA
The Jordanian port city is commonly known as Aqaba. It is located on the northern tip of the Red Sea.
Just outside a city : SUBURBAN
"Suburban" is the right answer because it refers to an area just outside a city where people live in residential neighborhoods. It is a common term used to describe the outskirts of a city.
Kick-___ (awesome) : ASS
The phrase "Kick-___" is commonly followed by a word to emphasize how great or impressive something is. In this case, "Kick-Ass" is a colloquial term meaning awesome or impressive.
Kind of board at a nail salon : EMERY
The answer "EMERY" is the right solution because an emery board is a type of board used at a nail salon for filing and shaping nails.
Knot, as shoelaces : TIE
The word "tie" can mean to fasten together by forming a knot, which is what you do when you knot shoelaces.
Lawyer’s org. : ABA
The answer "ABA" stands for the American Bar Association, which is a professional organization for lawyers in the United States. Therefore, "ABA" is the correct answer for the clue "Lawyers' org."
Letter after alpha : BETA
In the NATO phonetic alphabet, "alpha" represents the letter A, and the letter that comes after A is B, which is represented by "beta" in the NATO phonetic alphabet. Therefore, "Letter after alpha" clues the answer "BETA".
Like residents of Havana : CUBAN
"Cuban" is the right solution because Havana is the capital city of Cuba, so residents of Havana are Cuban.
Like roads in need of salting : ICY
The answer "ICY" fits because roads in need of salting are often slippery and covered in ice, making them icy.
Loops in, on an email : CCS
The answer "CCS" stands for "Carbon Copies," which are recipients of an email who receive a copy for information. In email terminology, "CCs" are additional recipients who are included in the email conversation.
Many a Vegas establishment : CASINO
The answer is "CASINO" because many establishments in Vegas are casinos, where gambling takes place.
Midday rest : NAP
"Midday rest" is a clue for a short period of sleep taken during the day, which is commonly known as a "nap."
Minor holdup : SNAG
"SNAG" is the right solution because a snag refers to a minor difficulty or obstacle that causes a holdup or delay. It fits the clue perfectly.
Moby Dick’s pursuer : AHAB
The answer "AHAB" is correct because Captain Ahab is the main character in the novel "Moby Dick" by Herman Melville, who relentlessly pursues the white whale throughout the story.
Music genre akin to rhythm and blues : SOUL
"Soul" is the right answer because it is a music genre that is closely related to rhythm and blues, often characterized by its emotional and expressive vocals and strong rhythmic groove.
Mutt : MONGREL
"MONGREL" is the right solution because a mutt is a dog of mixed breed or uncertain origin, which can also be referred to as a mongrel.
Not digital, as a clock : ANALOG
An analog clock uses physical moving hands to display the time, while a digital clock shows the time using numbers on a screen. Therefore, "Not digital, as a clock" refers to an analog clock.
Open, as classified records : UNSEAL
"UNSEAL" is the right solution because when you unseal classified records, you are opening them up for access and viewing.
Opposite of buys : SELLS
"Opposite of buys" is asking for a word that means the opposite of purchasing something, which is selling something. Therefore, the correct answer is "SELLS."
Opposite of NNW : SSE
The opposite of NNW is SSE because they are opposite directions on the compass rose, with NNW standing for "north-northwest" and SSE standing for "south-southeast."
Part of a superhero’s costume : CAPE
The answer is "CAPE" because capes are often worn by superheroes as a part of their costume to help them look iconic and distinctive while fighting crime.
Plane passenger’s preference, perhaps : AISLE SEAT
The answer "AISLE SEAT" fits the clue because some plane passengers may prefer to sit in an aisle seat for easier access to the aisle.
Puts up with : ENDURES
"Abides" means to tolerate or endure something, which fits the clue "Puts up with."
Raptor’s claw : TALON
The answer "TALON" is the right solution because a raptor's claw is commonly referred to as a talon due to its sharp and curved shape used for gripping and hunting.
Real gem : BEAUT
Recited, as a line of poetry : QUOTED
The answer "QUOTED" fits the clue because when you recite a line of poetry, you are essentially quoting it.
Runs with long, bounding strides : LOPES Down 1 Night sch. class
"Night sch. class" is a common abbreviation for "night school class," which is a class taken in the evening typically for adult education or continuing education purposes. The answer "LOPES" fits the clue "Runs with long, bounding strides" as loping is a type of running characterized by long, easy strides.
See 35- : … SPLITS
Seem (to be) : APPEAR
The word "appear" means to seem or give the impression of being a certain way. Therefore, "Seem (to be)" can be correctly answered with "APPEAR."
Sentry’s “Stop right there!” : HALT!
"Halt" is a common command given by a sentry to tell someone to stop right there.
Ship that sailed with the Niña and the Santa Maria : PINTA
The Pinta was one of the three ships that sailed with Christopher Columbus on his first voyage to the Americas. The Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria were the ships in Columbus's fleet.
Skeptical sort : NAYSAYER
The clue "Skeptical sort" is a definition by example clue. The word "cynic" means a person who doubts the sincerity and goodness of others' motives. Therefore, "Skeptical sort" can be defined as a "cynic".
Small vehicle on a railroad track : HANDCAR
The answer "HANDCAR" fits the clue because a handcar is a small vehicle that is manually operated and travels on a railroad track.
Squeak stopper : OIL
The answer "OIL" is the right solution because applying oil to a squeaky hinge or door can help stop the squeaking noise.
Streaming service that dropped the first three letters of its name when it rebranded in 2023 : HBO MAX
The streaming service that dropped the first three letters of its name in 2023 is HBO MAX because HBO Max was originally known as "HBOMax" before rebranding.
Takes advantage of badly : ABUSES
The word "abuses" means to take advantage of someone or something in a harmful or unfair way. In this clue, "takes advantage of badly" indicates mistreatment or exploitation, which fits the definition of "abuses."
They “don’t lie,” per Shakira : HIPS
Shakira famously sings about her "HIPS" in the song "Hips Don't Lie," making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Tiny drink : SIP
"SIP" is the right answer because a sip is a small amount of liquid taken into the mouth at one time, making it a tiny drink.
Understand : SEE
"See" is a synonym of "understand" and can be used to mean comprehending or perceiving something.
With 37-, some ice cream confections … or a hint to the second, fifth, eleventh and fourteenth rows of this puzzle : BANANA …
The answer is "BANANA" because the second, fifth, eleventh, and fourteenth rows of the puzzle spell out the word "BANANA" when the first letter of each row is read vertically.
Yodeler’s mountain : ALP
The word "Alp" refers to a high mountain, especially in the Alps mountain range in Europe, where yodeling is a traditional form of singing. So, "Alp" is the right answer for "Yodeler’s mountain."
“Horrible” Viking of comics : HAGAR
Hagar the Horrible is a popular comic strip character who is a Viking. Therefore, the answer "HAGAR" fits the clue "Horrible Viking of comics".
“No way!” : CAN’T BE!
The clue ""No way!"" is a statement of disbelief or refusal. "NOTACHANCE" is a common phrase used to express the same sentiment, making it the correct answer.
“Well … I’ll pass” : UH … NO
The answer "UH ... NO" fits the clue "Well ... I'll pass" because it conveys a casual and dismissive way of declining something. The use of "UH" adds a sense of hesitation or uncertainty before firmly stating "NO."
“Yes, captain!” : AYE AYE!
The phrase "AYE AYE!" is a nautical term used to acknowledge a command or order, often associated with sailors and the navy. In this context, it is a common response to a captain's instruction, making it the correct answer to the clue "Yes, captain!"
“You both swiped right!,” on Tinder : IT’S A MATCH!
The phrase "You both swiped right!" on Tinder indicates that two people have shown mutual interest in each other by swiping right on each other's profiles. The common response to this situation is "IT'S A MATCH!" to signify that both parties have matched and can now start communicating.
“___ out!” (ump’s call) : YER
The answer "YER" is the right solution because it is a common informal contraction of "your" often used in sports settings, such as baseball, where an umpire might call out "YER" to signal an out.