Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 8 April 2024, Monday (04-08-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
17-syllable Japanese poem : HAIKU
A haiku is a traditional form of Japanese poetry that consists of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable structure. Therefore, the answer "HAIKU" fits the clue "17-syllable Japanese poem" perfectly.
1971 Cat Stevens hit that would be apt to play during a 46- : MOONSHADOW
The 1971 Cat Stevens hit "Moonshadow" would be apt to play during a 46- "night." The song's lyrics talk about the beauty of the moon and how it can light up the night, making it a fitting choice for that clue.
1997 U2 hit that would be apt to play during a 46- : STARING AT THE SUN
The clue "1997 U2 hit that would be apt to play during a 46-" hints at the song "STARING AT THE SUN" by U2, which was released in 1997. The word "46-" suggests that the song title fits the theme of the clue, as staring at the sun for too long can be harmful, just like the number 46 implies.
2007 Santana hit that would be apt to play during a 46- : INTO THE NIGHT
The 2007 Santana hit "Into the Night" would be apt to play during a 46- "night."
Archnemesis of the Avengers : THANOS
Thanos is the archnemesis of the Avengers in the Marvel Comics universe. He is a powerful villain known for his quest to obtain the Infinity Stones and his desire to bring balance to the universe by wiping out half of all life.
Argentina’s Perón : EVITA
The answer is "EVITA" because Eva Perón, the wife of Argentine President Juan Perón, was commonly known as Evita.
Aswan Dam’s river : NILE
The Aswan Dam is located on the Nile River in Egypt, making "NILE" the correct answer.
Back and ___ : FORTH
The phrase "Back and Forth" is a common expression meaning to move in a back-and-forth motion, making "FORTH" the correct answer to complete the phrase.
Ballerina’s skirt : TUTU
"TUTU" is the right answer because a tutu is a short, fluffy skirt worn by ballerinas during performances.
Beams of light : RAYS
The answer "RAYS" fits the clue "Beams of light" because rays are narrow beams of light that radiate from a source in a straight line.
Boys-only school since 1440 : ETON
Eton College is a prestigious boys-only school in England founded in 1440, making "ETON" the correct answer.
Canadian gas station name : ESSO
The answer is "ESSO" because Esso is a well-known Canadian gas station brand.
Carding at a bar, for short : ID’ING
The answer "ID'ING" is short for "IDing," which is a common slang term for checking someone's identification card at a bar. The clue is asking for a short form of the word "carding," making "ID'ING" the correct answer.
Cartoonist Bil who created “The Family Circus” : KEANE
The answer is "KEANE" because Bil Keane is the cartoonist who created "The Family Circus."
Choir voice : ALTO
In a choir, there are four main voice types: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. Alto is the lowest female voice type, and typically sings in a range between F3 and F5. Therefore, "Choir voice" is a common clue for the answer "ALTO".
Comedian Kevin : HART
Kevin Hart is a well-known comedian in the entertainment industry. His last name is "Hart," so the answer to the clue "Comedian Kevin" is "HART."
Common uniform number for a soccer goalkeeper : ONE
The number "ONE" is a common uniform number for a soccer goalkeeper because it is traditionally worn by the goalkeeper in many soccer teams around the world. This number is often associated with the goalkeeper position.
Conceal : HIDE
The word "conceal" means to hide or cover something so that it cannot be seen. Therefore, "HIDE" is the right answer.
Counting everything : IN ALL
The phrase "in all" can be used to mean counting everything in a total amount.
Currency of Iran or Yemen : RIAL
The currency of Iran is the Rial and the currency of Yemen is also the Rial. So, "RIAL" is the correct answer that fits both clues.
Cuts of beef that may be slow-roasted : BRISKETS
The answer "BRISKETS" fits the clue because briskets are a type of beef cut that is often slow-roasted to achieve a tender and flavorful result.
Deliberately avoid : ESCHEW
"Eschew" means to deliberately avoid or shun something. In this case, the clue "Deliberately avoid" is a synonym for "eschew," making it the correct answer.
Dillydally : TARRY
"TARRY" is synonymous with dillydally, meaning to delay or linger. In crossword puzzles, it's important to look for words that have similar meanings to the clue, making "TARRY" the correct answer in this case.
Dip with avocado, casually : GUAC
The answer "GUAC" is a casual term for guacamole, which is a dip made with avocado. "Dip with avocado, casually" is a clue that hints at the informal term for guacamole, which is "GUAC."
Event across the U.S. on 4/8/24 … and, with 57-, 1983 Bonnie Tyler hit that would be apt to play during a 46- : TOTAL ECLIPSE …
The answer "TOTAL ECLIPSE" fits both clues because a total eclipse is an event that can happen across the U.S. on 4/8/24, and the 1983 Bonnie Tyler hit song "Total Eclipse of the Heart" would be apt to play during a 46- (total eclipse).
Fish in an unagi roll : EEL
The answer is "EEL" because unagi rolls typically contain eel as one of the main ingredients.
Gear for a racehorse or rock climber : HARNESS
The answer "HARNESS" fits the clue because it is a piece of equipment used by both a racehorse and a rock climber to secure and control movement.
Give off, as light : EMIT
The word "emit" means to give off or release, often used in the context of light or sound. So, "Give off, as light" is a clue that is perfectly matched by the answer "EMIT."
Government agent targeting counterfeiters, in dated lingo : T-MAN
"T-MAN" is the right solution because in dated lingo, a government agent targeting counterfeiters was often referred to as a "T-MAN," short for Treasury Man. Treasury agents were responsible for investigating and combating counterfeiting activities.
Holiday preceder : EVE
The answer "EVE" is correct because it comes before a holiday. For example, Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas.
In the ___ of (among) : MIDST
"MIDST" is the right solution because it means "in the middle of" or "among" in this context. It fits the clue perfectly and is a common phrase used in English.
International grp. with many African members : OPEC
OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, which includes many African member countries.
International grp. with many European members : NATO
NATO stands for North Atlantic Treaty Organization, which is an international organization with many European member countries.
Kind of class labeled “101” : INTRO
The answer "INTRO" is the right solution because classes labeled "101" are introductory classes meant to provide basic knowledge on a subject.
Last letter of the Greek alphabet : OMEGA
"OMEGA" is the last letter of the Greek alphabet, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Like corgis, by origin : WELSH Down 1 Where a remote worker works from
The answer "WELSH" is the right solution because corgis are originally from Wales, making them Welsh.
Like your big brother or sister : OLDER
The answer "OLDER" fits the clue "Like your big brother or sister" because your big brother or sister is typically older than you.
Locker room emanation : ODOR
"ODOR" is the right answer because a locker room often has a strong smell or emanation, which can be described as an odor.
Manx cat’s lack : TAIL
The Manx cat is known for its distinctive trait of being tailless, so the lack of a tail for a Manx cat is represented by the answer "TAIL" in the crossword puzzle.
Marisa of “Crazy, Stupid, Love” : TOMEI
Marisa Tomei is an actress who starred in the movie "Crazy, Stupid, Love," making "TOMEI" the correct answer.
Message sent through cyberspace : EMAIL
"EMAIL" is the right solution because it is a common method of sending messages through cyberspace using the internet.
Not secondhand : NEW
The answer "NEW" fits the clue "Not secondhand" because something that is new has not been owned or used by anyone else before.
Object of adoration : IDOL
IDOL is the right answer because an idol is something or someone that is worshipped or admired greatly, making it an object of adoration.
Olympic fencing event : EPEE
The answer "EPEE" is the right solution because epee is a type of fencing event in the Olympics where fencers use a thrusting weapon to score points by touching their opponent.
Petty quarrel : TIFF
"Tiff" is a common term used to describe a minor or petty quarrel or argument. It fits perfectly with the clue given.
Potato turnover in a Jewish deli : KNISH
"KNISH" is a popular Jewish pastry filled with ingredients like potatoes. It is commonly found in Jewish delis, making it the correct answer for the clue "Potato turnover in a Jewish deli."
Powerball game : LOTTO
The answer "LOTTO" fits the clue "Powerball game" because Powerball is a popular lottery game, and "LOTTO" is a common term used to refer to various types of lottery games.
Radioactive element discovered by the Curies : POLONIUM
Polonium is the radioactive element discovered by Marie and Pierre Curie in 1898.
Red ___ (spicy candies) : HOTS
"HOTS" is the right solution because it completes the phrase "Red ___" to refer to the popular spicy candies called "Red Hots."
See 46- : … OF THE HEART
The answer "… OF THE HEART" completes the phrase "Cold ___ of the heart," where the word "cold" is given in the clue "See 46-." The phrase "cold of the heart" is a common expression indicating emotional detachment or lack of compassion.
Shown to the door : SEEN OUT
The phrase "seen out" is commonly used to describe someone being shown to the door or escorted out of a place.
Slotted piece that fits behind a padlock : HASP
The answer "HASP" is the right solution because a hasp is a slotted piece of metal that fits behind a padlock to secure it in place.
Smallville family : KENTS
The answer "KENTS" is correct because the family in the TV show "Smallville" is the Kent family, consisting of characters like Clark Kent (Superman) and his parents Jonathan and Martha Kent.
Soothing balm ingredient : ALOE
Aloe is a common ingredient in soothing balms due to its moisturizing and healing properties, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Spanish painter Joan : MIRO
Joan Miró was a famous Spanish painter known for his surreal and abstract artwork. The answer "MIRO" fits the clue "Spanish painter Joan" because it refers to him.
State with Arches National Park : UTAH
The answer is "UTAH" because Arches National Park is located in Utah.
They may be liberal : ARTS
Touched down : ALIT
ALIT is the past tense of alight, which means to come down and settle in a place, such as a bird landing on a branch. In this context, "Touched down" is a clue for ALIT.
Tube that uses gravity to transfer liquids : SIPHON
A siphon is a tube that uses gravity to transfer liquids by creating a vacuum that pulls the liquid from a higher level to a lower level. This makes it the correct answer to the clue.
White House staffers : AIDES
The answer "AIDES" fits because White House staffers are often referred to as aides, who assist the President in various tasks.
Winter ground covering : FROST
"FROST" is a winter ground covering because it forms when water vapor in the air freezes on surfaces, such as the ground, creating a thin layer of ice crystals.
Witty reply to “You’re the kind of person who asks too many questions” : AM I?
This answer works because it directly responds to the statement by turning it into a question, creating a clever and witty comeback.
___ Tuesday (Mardi Gras) : FAT
"FAT Tuesday" is another term for Mardi Gras, a day of feasting before the fasting period of Lent in the Christian calendar. "FAT" in this context refers to indulgence in rich foods before the Lenten season begins.
“Barbie” role for Ryan Gosling : KEN
In the Barbie doll line, Ken is Barbie's boyfriend, making him the appropriate answer for the clue referencing a "Barbie" role for Ryan Gosling.