Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 14 March 2025, Friday (03-14-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Adds to a thread : CCS
Assert without proof : ALLEGE
"ALLEGE" fits the clue "Assert without proof" because to allege something is to assert or claim it without providing concrete evidence.
Band-Aid applier, perhaps : MOM
"MOM" is the right solution because mothers are often associated with providing care and comfort, including applying Band-Aids to their children's wounds.
Beehive State flower : SEGO
The state flower of Utah is the Sego Lily, making "SEGO" the right answer for the clue "Beehive State flower."
Bench press? : PUT ME IN, COACH!
Beyond comprehension : MIND BOGGLING
The answer "MIND BOGGLING" fits the clue "Beyond comprehension" because something that is mind-boggling is so complex or surprising that it is difficult to understand or comprehend.
Big orbiter : PLANET
"Big orbiter" refers to a celestial body that orbits a star, like the sun. Planets are large celestial bodies that orbit stars, making "PLANET" the correct answer.
Buying opportunity for select customers : PRESALE
The answer "PRESALE" fits because it refers to a special sale available to a limited group of customers before the official sale begins.
Charlie Chaplin persona : TRAMP
The answer "TRAMP" is the right solution because Charlie Chaplin's most famous character in his films was a lovable and comedic tramp character, known for his bowler hat, mustache, and cane.
Classic pickup lines, familiarly : REOS
Completing a video game as fast as possible, say : SPEEDRUN
The answer "SPEEDRUN" fits the clue because speedrunning refers to completing a video game as quickly as possible, often trying to beat previous records or set new ones.
Coolly disregard : BRUSH ASIDE
This answer fits the clue because "brush aside" means to dismiss or ignore something with a casual or nonchalant attitude, which aligns with the idea of coolly disregarding something.
Disney’s ___ of Arendelle : ELSA
The answer is "ELSA" because Elsa is the main character from Disney's movie "Frozen" and she is the queen of Arendelle.
Española, por ejemplo : ISLA
The clue "Española, por ejemplo" is asking for a type of landform that Española is an example of. Española is an island, so the answer is "ISLA," which means "island" in Spanish.
Exterminator’s target : ROACH
The answer "ROACH" fits the clue "Exterminator's target" because roaches are common pests that exterminators are hired to get rid of.
Film collectibles : REELS Down 1 Network on which “Gossip Girl” aired
Foreign title with a tilde : SAO
"SAO" is the correct answer because it is a foreign title that includes a tilde. In this case, the tilde is used in the Portuguese title "São," which is often abbreviated as "SAO" in crossword puzzles.
Frasier’s brother on “Frasier” : NILES
Niles is the correct answer because he is the name of Frasier's brother in the TV show "Frasier."
French wine designation : CRU
"Cru" is a French term used to classify vineyards or wineries, indicating a high-quality wine. In the context of French wine designation, "cru" refers to a specific vineyard or group of vineyards known for producing exceptional wines.
Fruit-flavored pop : LIME SODA
The answer "LIME SODA" fits the clue "Fruit-flavored pop" because lime soda is a popular carbonated beverage that is flavored with lime, making it a fruit-flavored soda option.
Gentleman’s agreement : YES, M’LADY
Glam : POSH
"POSH" is a synonym for "Glam" as both words are associated with elegance, luxury, and style. They are often used interchangeably to describe something fashionable or sophisticated.
Hit TV series with three spinoffs : CSI
"CSI" is the right answer because it is a hit TV series that has three spinoffs: "CSI: Miami," "CSI: NY," and "CSI: Cyber."
Hurdles before some touchdowns : REENTRIES
Isaac Newton or Elton John, but not Olivia Newton-John : SIR
The answer "SIR" fits the clue because both Isaac Newton and Elton John have been knighted, hence they are referred to as "Sir" before their names. Olivia Newton-John has not been knighted, so she does not have the title "Sir" before her name.
It comes down hard : HAIL
The answer "HAIL" fits because hail falls from the sky with force, making it come down hard.
Journeys of escape : HEGIRAS
The word "HEGIRAS" is derived from the Arabic word "hijra," meaning a journey of escape. In this context, it specifically refers to the escape of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD, which marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
Knight shtick? : HONOR
The word "shtick" is a Yiddish term for a gimmick or routine. In this clue, "Knight shtick?" is a play on words, suggesting that the answer is related to a knight's characteristic or trait. "HONOR" is a common trait associated with knights, making it the right solution for this clue.
Knotting (up) : TYING
The word "knotting" is a verb that is synonymous with "tying." In this context, "tying" is the correct answer as it fits the clue and makes sense in the sentence.
Laundry service, e.g. : AMENITY
The answer "AMENITY" is correct because a laundry service is considered a convenient and desirable feature or service provided by a hotel or apartment complex, which is typically referred to as an amenity.
Loosen : EASE
"EASE" is the right solution because it means to make something less tight or strict, which is synonymous with "loosen."
Not learn one’s lesson? : SKIP CLASS
The phrase "skip class" literally means to not attend a scheduled lesson or lecture, which fits the clue "Not learn one’s lesson?" as it suggests someone is not learning from their mistakes by skipping class.
Not read thoroughly : SKIM
SKIM means to read or look through something quickly and not thoroughly, making it the right answer for "Not read thoroughly."
Philippine money : PESO
"PESO" is the currency used in the Philippines. It is a common crossword answer for clues related to Philippine money.
Pinkish orange : CORAL
"Coral" is the right answer because it is a color that is a mix of pink and orange, making it pinkish orange in hue.
Places for scheming : LAIRS
"Lairs" is the right solution because it is a common term used to describe secretive or hidden places where scheming or plotting often takes place, especially in the context of villains or animals.
QB stat : Abbr.
The answer "ATT" stands for "attempt" and is commonly used as a QB stat in football to represent the number of passes attempted by a quarterback.
Question to one’s best friend, maybe : WHO”S A GOOD BOY?
The answer "WHO’S A GOOD BOY?" is a common question asked to a pet, particularly a dog, by their owner or best friend. It fits the clue because it is a question one might ask their best friend, especially if their best friend is a furry companion.
Reaction to an unexpected bit of humor : SPIT-TAKE
"SPIT-TAKE" is the right solution because it refers to the sudden and involuntary spitting out of liquid in response to a surprising or funny remark, which is a common reaction to an unexpected bit of humor.
Remark from a celebrity look-alike : I GET THAT A LOT
The phrase "I GET THAT A LOT" is commonly said by celebrity look-alikes when mistaken for the actual celebrity. This makes it a fitting response to the clue "Remark from a celebrity look-alike."
Rock band with the 1990s hits “Fly” and “Every Morning” : SUGAR RAY
"Sugar Ray" is the correct answer because they are the rock band known for the 1990s hits "Fly" and "Every Morning."
She-bear, in Spain : OSA
The answer "OSA" is the right solution because "she-bear" in Spain is translated to "osa" in Spanish.
Singer Washington or Shore : DINAH
"Dinah" is the right answer because both Washington and Shore were famous singers, and "Dinah" is a common female name often used in crossword puzzles to refer to a singer.
Snack made with celery sticks, peanut butter and raisins : ANTS ON A LOG
The answer "ANTS ON A LOG" fits because it describes a snack made by spreading peanut butter on celery sticks and topping them with raisins, resembling ants on a log.
Some epizoa : LICE
The term "epizoa" refers to external parasites that live on the surface of an animal. Lice are a common example of epizoa, making them the correct answer to the clue "Some epizoa."
Stop by : END AT
"Stop by" can be interpreted as coming to an end at a certain place, which is why "END AT" is the right solution.
Stops working : DIES
The word "dies" can mean to stop working or functioning, making it the right solution for the clue "Stops working."
Subjected to a waiting game, militarily : SIEGED
The word "SIEGED" means being subjected to a waiting game in a military context, where a military force surrounds a place in order to force it to surrender.
Suffix with oct- : -ANE
The suffix "-ane" is commonly used in chemistry to indicate a hydrocarbon with single bonds only, which fits with the prefix "oct-" indicating eight. So, "oct-" (eight) + "-ane" (hydrocarbon with single bonds) gives us "octane."
Tanners’ stock : DYES
The answer "DYES" is the right solution because tanners use dyes to color leather.
Tear with gusto : RIP OPEN
The phrase "tear with gusto" suggests a forceful and enthusiastic action, which fits the definition of "RIP OPEN," meaning to tear something apart forcefully.
They might be written off : LOSSES
The term "written off" often refers to financial losses that are recorded and removed from a company's accounting records. Therefore, "LOSSES" is the right answer to the clue "They might be written off."
They’re entertaining : HOSTS
The answer "HOSTS" fits the clue "They're entertaining" because hosts are typically responsible for entertaining guests at events or gatherings.
They’re small and plucked : UKES
"UKES" is short for ukuleles, which are small stringed instruments that are played by plucking the strings. So, the answer "UKES" fits the clue "They’re small and plucked" as ukuleles are both small in size and played by plucking the strings.
Total : SMASH UP
"Total" is a synonym for "sum," which means the result of adding two or more numbers together. Therefore, "SUM" is the right solution for this crossword clue.
Trade on : USE
Trade on means to utilize or make use of something, so the answer "USE" fits perfectly as it is synonymous with utilizing or making use of something.
Truffula forest logger in “The Lorax” : ONCE-LER
The Once-ler is the character in "The Lorax" who is responsible for cutting down the Truffula trees in the forest. Therefore, "Once-ler" is the right answer for this clue.
Upton Sinclair novel that inspired the film “There Will Be Blood” : OIL
The novel by Upton Sinclair that inspired the film "There Will Be Blood" is "Oil!" which is why "OIL" is the right answer to the crossword clue.
Variable in the Schrödinger equation : TIME
The Schrödinger equation is a fundamental equation in quantum mechanics that describes how the quantum state of a physical system changes over time. In this equation, time is one of the variables that determines the evolution of the system.
Very hot day : SCORCHER
"SCORCHER" is the right solution because it is a term commonly used to describe a very hot day, indicating extremely high temperatures.
Wandering sort : STRAYER
The answer "STRAYER" fits the clue "Wandering sort" because a strayer is someone who wanders or roams from place to place.
Where hips do lie : ROSE BED
Wonderland directive : EAT ME
In "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," the phrase "EAT ME" is written on a cake that makes Alice grow larger. This directive is a key part of the story, making it the right answer to the clue.
Words of comparison : IS TO
"IS TO" is a phrase commonly used in analogies to show a relationship between two things. In this case, it signifies a comparison, making it the correct answer to the clue "Words of comparison."
___ Locks, connection between Lake Superior and Lake Huron : SOO
The answer is "SOO" because it refers to the Sault Ste. Marie Locks, which are a connection between Lake Superior and Lake Huron.
___-ran : ALSO
The word "ALSO" completes the phrase "___-ran" to form the word "ALSO RAN," which means a competitor who is unlikely to win.
“Some rise by ___, and some by virtue fall” : Shak.
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