Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 6 March 2024, Wednesday (03-06-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Airbnb had one in 2020, for short : IPO
The answer "IPO" stands for Initial Public Offering, which is when a company offers its shares to the public for the first time. In 2020, Airbnb had its IPO, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Be nuts about : ADORE
"Be nuts about" is a phrase that means to have a strong affection or love for something. "Adore" is a synonym for love, making it the right solution for this clue.
Berth place : DOCK
The answer "DOCK" fits the clue "Berth place" because a dock is a place where ships or boats are moored or berthed.
Broncos and Explorers : FORDS
The answer "FORDS" fits the clue "Broncos and Explorers" because both Broncos and Explorers are models of vehicles made by the manufacturer Ford.
Cardiologist’s insert : STENT
The answer "STENT" is a device that a cardiologist inserts into a blocked artery to help keep it open and improve blood flow.
Certain fire sign : LEO
The answer "LEO" fits the clue "Certain fire sign" because Leo is one of the fire signs in the zodiac.
Cheese with a white rind : BRIE
Brie is a type of cheese that is known for its white, edible rind.
Chip dip : SALSA
"SALSA" is a popular dip made from tomatoes, onions, peppers, and other ingredients, commonly used with chips.
Club soda garnish : LIME
The answer "LIME" is the right solution because club soda is often garnished with a slice or wedge of lime to add a citrus flavor to the drink.
Constellation named for a mythical ship : ARGO
"Argo" is the right solution because in Greek mythology, Argo was the name of the ship used by Jason and the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece.
Convex navel : OUTIE
"OUTIE" is the right solution because it is a slang term commonly used to describe a convex navel, where the belly button protrudes outward.
Domain of SpongeBob SquarePants : SEA
The domain of SpongeBob SquarePants is the sea because he lives in a pineapple under the sea in the fictional underwater city of Bikini Bottom.
Dorothy, to Em : NIECE
The answer "NIECE" fits the clue "Dorothy, to Em" because a niece is the daughter of one's sibling, and Dorothy is likely the aunt of Em.
Encumbers, with “down” : BOGS …
The word "bogs" means to encumber or hinder progress, especially when used with "down."
Falco of “Nurse Jackie” : EDIE
Edie Falco is the actress who played the character of Jackie Peyton in the TV show "Nurse Jackie." Therefore, "Falco of 'Nurse Jackie'" refers to Edie.
Fish thought to be named after a region in Italy : SARDINES
The fish "Sardines" are thought to be named after the island of Sardinia in Italy.
Frog transformer : KISS
Gooey sandwiches, informally : PBJS
The answer "PBJS" stands for "Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches," which are gooey sandwiches often eaten informally.
Henry the Eighth and Hubert H. Humphrey, e.g.? : FOUR-H LEADERS (leaders with four letters “H”)
The answer "FOUR-H LEADERS" fits the clue because it refers to leaders with four letters "H" in their names - Henry the Eighth and Hubert H. Humphrey. Each of their names has exactly four instances of the letter "H."
Kaput : DONE
"Kaput" is a slang term that means "broken beyond repair" or "completely ruined." "Shot" can mean "broken" or "damaged," making it an appropriate answer to this clue.
Knitter’s stitch : PURL
"PURL" is a common knitting stitch where the yarn is brought to the front of the work and looped over the needle to create a specific type of stitch.
Lead-in to box or bug : PILL …
The answer "PILL" fits both "box" and "bug" as it can be a pillbox or a pill bug.
Least experienced : RAWEST
"Rawest" is the right solution because it means the least experienced or unrefined, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Least experienced."
Lighthearted refrain : TRA-LA
"Tra-la" is a common lighthearted refrain or exclamation often used in songs or poems. It fits the clue perfectly as a playful and light-hearted expression.
Like wine aged in casks : OAKY
"OAKY" is the right solution because wine aged in casks made of oak wood can develop a distinct flavor profile with notes of oak, making it taste "OAKY."
Little bit : JOT
The word "skosh" is a slang term that means a small or little amount. Therefore, it is the right solution for the clue "Little bit."
Little bits : IOTAS
The word "IOTAS" means very small amounts or little bits. It is a synonym for a small quantity, making it the right answer for the clue "Little bits."
Machu Picchu visitor, say : HIKER
The answer "HIKER" fits the clue "Machu Picchu visitor, say" because hikers are people who visit and explore outdoor locations, such as Machu Picchu, by walking and hiking.
More succinct : TERSER
"TERSER" means more concise or to the point, making it a synonym for "more succinct."
Most of Nebraska : FARMLAND
The answer "FARMLAND" fits the clue "Most of Nebraska" because a large portion of Nebraska's land is used for agriculture and farming activities.
Name that becomes another name when its first letter is dropped : IRENE
The name "IRENE" becomes "RENE" when its first letter "I" is dropped, making it another name.
New wing, say : ADD-ON
"New wing, say" is a clue that suggests adding something onto an existing structure, like adding a wing onto a building. The answer "ADD-ON" fits this clue as it refers to something that is added to an existing thing.
Nicholson and Nicklaus, e.g.? : ONE-EYED JACKS (Jacks with one letter “I”)
The clue "Nicholson and Nicklaus, e.g.?" is a wordplay clue where "Nicholson" and "Nicklaus" are examples of famous Jacks. By removing the letter "I" from "Jacks," we get "ONE-EYED JACKS," which fits the clue.
Overworked : TRITE
"Overworked" can mean something that has been used so much that it has become unoriginal or cliché, which is exactly what "TRITE" means. It fits the clue well.
Percy Bysshe Shelley and Billy Ray Cyrus, e.g.? : THREE WISE MEN (men with three letters “Y”)
This answer is correct because "Percy Bysshe Shelley" and "Billy Ray Cyrus" are both men with three "Y" in their names, making them "THREE WISE MEN."
Persephone’s lover : ADONIS
Adonis is the lover of Persephone in Greek mythology. He is a handsome young man who is associated with beauty and desire, making him a fitting answer to the clue "Persephone's lover."
Pig out : GORGE
"Gorge" is the right answer because it means to eat a large amount of food greedily or excessively, which is another way of saying "pig out."
Poker declaration : I FOLD
The answer "I FOLD" is the right solution because in poker, when a player decides not to match the previous bet and forfeits their hand, they declare "I fold."
Popular videoconferencing app : ZOOM
The answer "ZOOM" fits because it is a widely used videoconferencing app that became especially popular during the COVID-19 pandemic for virtual meetings and gatherings.
Provide resources for : ENDOW
"Endow" means to provide with a quality, ability, or asset. In this case, providing resources for someone aligns with the definition of endowing them with necessary resources.
Qatari dignitary : EMIR
The term "Emir" refers to a prince or ruler in Arabic-speaking countries, including Qatar. Therefore, a Qatari dignitary can be referred to as an "EMIR."
Rathskeller offerings, informally : BREWSKIS
The term "Brewskis" is a slang term for beers, and a Rathskeller is a bar or restaurant serving beer. Therefore, "Rathskeller offerings, informally" clue leads to the answer "Brewskis".
Receptionist’s spot : DESK
The answer "DESK" fits the clue "Receptionist's spot" because a receptionist typically works at a desk to greet visitors, answer phones, and perform administrative tasks.
Relatives of custard apples : PAPAWS
Papaws are relatives of custard apples as they both belong to the Annonaceae family of fruit-bearing trees.
Second number on a pants tag : INSEAM
The second number on a pants tag typically refers to the inseam measurement, which is the length from the crotch to the hem of the pants. Therefore, "INSEAM" is the correct answer.
Seine send-off : ADIEU
The word "adieu" is a French word that is commonly used as a farewell, which fits the clue "Seine send-off" as the Seine River is in France.
Sheer delight : GLEE
The answer "GLEE" fits the clue "Sheer delight" because glee is a synonym for joy or happiness, conveying a sense of pure and unadulterated delight.
Snack whose name comes from the Quechua for “dried meat” : JERKY
The Quechua language is spoken in the Andean region of South America, and the word for "dried meat" in Quechua is "ch'arki," which evolved into the English word "jerky."
Snacks : BITES
The word "bites" is often used to describe small snacks or portions of food. It is a common term for snack-sized portions, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Snacks."
Some summer libations : ADES
The answer "ADES" fits the clue "Some summer libations" because it is a common abbreviation for various lemonades or fruitades that are popular to drink during the summer months.
Something to bat around : IDEA
The phrase "bat around" can mean to discuss or consider different ideas. Therefore, the answer "IDEA" fits the clue as it is something that can be discussed or considered.
Soren Kierkegaard and Chris Isaak, e.g.? : DOUBLE AGENTS (gents with double letters “A”)
The answer "DOUBLE AGENTS" fits because it refers to "gents" (men) with double letters "A" in their names - Soren Kierkegaard and Chris Isaak.
Stadium sounds : OLES
"OLES" is the right solution because it refers to the cheering sounds heard at a stadium, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries.
Sticky stuff : SAP
The word "GOOP" is a colloquial term used to describe sticky substances or gooey materials. It fits perfectly with the clue "Sticky stuff" as it is a concise and commonly understood answer.
Surface calculation : AREA
The term "surface calculation" commonly refers to determining the area of a flat shape or surface. Therefore, the correct answer is "AREA."
Target of a 1917 uprising : TSAR
The 1917 uprising in Russia targeted the ruling monarch, who was the tsar at that time. Therefore, "TSAR" is the correct answer.
Tart treat : LEMON BAR
The answer "LEMON BAR" fits the clue "Tart treat" because a lemon bar is a dessert that combines a tangy, citrusy flavor with a sweet, crumbly crust, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy a tart and sweet treat.
Taunting laugh : HAH!
"Hah" is a common expression used to signify a taunting laugh in informal language, making it the right answer for the clue "Taunting laugh."
The Boss, familiarly : BRUCE
The answer "BRUCE" fits the clue "The Boss, familiarly" because Bruce Springsteen is commonly referred to as "The Boss."
The yearling in the 1939 Pulitzer winner “The Yearling,” e.g. : DEER
The answer "DEER" fits because a yearling is a young deer, and the novel "The Yearling" is about a boy who adopts a young deer as a pet.
Unhappy fates : DOOMS
DOOMS is the right answer because it refers to negative outcomes or unfortunate destinies, which fits the clue "Unhappy fates."
Weapon whose name has two accents : EPEE
The epee is a type of sword used in fencing that has two accents in its name (épée).
Wedding words : I DO
The phrase "I DO" is commonly spoken by a person during a wedding ceremony to indicate their agreement to marry their partner. Therefore, "I DO" is the correct answer to the clue "Wedding words."
Who might call French fries “chips” : BRIT
The answer "BRIT" is correct because people from Britain commonly refer to French fries as "chips" in their everyday language.
Word before ring or after true : CRIME
The word "CRIME" can come before "ring" to form the word "crime ring" and after "true" to form the word "true crime."
Zeros, in soccer : NILS
The term "nils" is often used in soccer to refer to a score of zero for a team. It is a common term in soccer to indicate that a team has not scored any goals in a match.
“I kid you not!” : NO LIE!
This phrase is a colloquial way of emphasizing the truthfulness of a statement, and "NO LIE!" is a common response to indicate that one is being serious.
“If ___ walls could talk …” : THESE
The phrase "If THESE walls could talk..." implies that the walls being referred to have a story or information to share. The word "THESE" is used to indicate a specific set of walls in this context.
“NCIS” airer : CBS
CBS is the television network that airs the show "NCIS."
“Next one’s on me” : I OWE YA
"I OWE YA" is the right solution because it is a casual way of saying "I owe you," indicating that the next payment or favor is the speaker's responsibility.
“Oh, what’s the ___?” : USE
The phrase "Oh, what's the use?" is a common expression meaning "What's the point?" so "USE" is the right answer.
“Sorry, not sorry” : SUE ME
The phrase "Sorry, not sorry!" is often used sarcastically to express a lack of remorse. The answer "TOOBAD" fits this clue because it is a common phrase used to convey a similar sentiment.