Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 14 April 2025, Monday (04-14-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
2003 Will Ferrell Christmas movie : ELF
The answer is "ELF" because it is a Christmas movie starring Will Ferrell that was released in 2003.
65 to 75, typically, on an Interstate hwy. : MPH
The answer "MPH" stands for miles per hour, which is the typical speed limit range on an Interstate highway.
90° angles : ELLS
"Ells" is a term used in carpentry to refer to 90° angles. It is a common crossword answer for this clue.
Actor Abe of “Barney Miller” : VIGODA
Vigoda is the last name of the actor Abe Vigoda who played Detective Phil Fish on the TV show "Barney Miller."
Alan who played Pierce on “MASH” : ALDA
The answer "ALDA" fits the clue because Alan Alda is the actor who played the character Pierce on the TV show "MASH."
Audibly : ALOUD
The answer "ALOUD" is the right solution because it means "in a way that can be heard" and is a synonym for "audibly".
Australia’s largest bird : EMU
The EMU is Australia's largest bird, standing up to 6.2 feet tall and weighing up to 130 pounds. It is a flightless bird with distinct features, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Baba ghanouj, e.g. : EGGPLANT DIP
The answer "EGGPLANT DIP" fits the clue "Baba ghanouj, e.g." because baba ghanouj is a Middle Eastern dish made from eggplant, which is a vegetable commonly used to make dips.
Baldwin of “30 Rock” : ALEC
Alec Baldwin is the actor who played the character Jack Donaghy on the TV show "30 Rock." Therefore, the answer to the clue "Baldwin of '30 Rock'" is "ALEC."
Become more attentive, with “up” : PERK …
"Perk up" is a common phrase that means to become more attentive or alert. The word "up" in the clue suggests that the answer involves adding "up" to another word, which makes "PERK" the correct solution.
Blemish on a car : DING
The answer "DING" fits the clue "Blemish on a car" because a ding is a small dent or damage on a car's surface. It is a common term used to describe minor imperfections on a vehicle.
Bother : ADO
The answer "NUISANCE" fits the clue "Bother" because a nuisance is something or someone that causes annoyance or irritation, which is synonymous with the idea of being bothered.
Boys : LADS
The answer "LADS" is a suitable solution because it is a commonly used term to refer to boys or young males.
Bullets and such, informally : AMMO
The answer "AMMO" is short for ammunition, which includes bullets and other types of projectiles used in firearms.
Business-casual pants : KHAKIS
"KHAKIS" are a type of pants that are considered appropriate for a business-casual dress code. They are casual yet still suitable for a professional setting, making them a common choice for workplace attire.
Chew (on) : GNAW
The word "gnaw" means to bite and wear away gradually with the teeth. Therefore, "chew (on)" is a synonym for "gnaw".
Chopped, as logs : HEWN Down 1 “CSI” network
The answer "HEWN" fits the clue "Chopped, as logs" because to hew means to chop or cut something, typically wood, with an axe. This action is often associated with preparing logs for use in construction or fuel.
Cocktail served in a copper mug : MOSCOW MULE
The cocktail served in a copper mug is traditionally the Moscow Mule because it is a popular drink made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice, and is commonly served in a copper mug to keep it cold.
Crackpot : LOON
"Crackpot" is a term used to describe someone who is considered eccentric or crazy. "Loon" is a slang term for a crazy or eccentric person, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Elite group whose members include Steve Martin and Geena Davis : MENSA
MENSA is an elite group for people with high IQs. Steve Martin and Geena Davis are both members of MENSA, making it the right answer.
Endorse, as a check : SIGN
The answer "SIGN" is correct because when you endorse a check, you typically sign the back of it to authorize it.
Fake : SHAM
The word "phony" is the right answer because it means "fake" or "not genuine." It is a common synonym for fake and fits the clue perfectly.
Feared scuba diving affliction, with “the” : … BENDS
The answer "… BENDS" refers to a condition known as "the bends" or decompression sickness, which can occur in scuba divers who surface too quickly. This answer fits the clue because it is a feared scuba diving affliction often preceded by the word "the".
Fed. intelligence group : NSA
The answer "NSA" fits the clue "Fed. intelligence group" because NSA stands for National Security Agency, which is a federal intelligence agency in the United States.
Film director Johnson : RIAN
Rian Johnson is a well-known film director, known for movies such as "Looper" and "Star Wars: The Last Jedi." Therefore, the answer "RIAN" fits the clue "Film director Johnson."
Fist bumps : DAPS
"DAPS" is a slang term for fist bumps, commonly used in informal settings. It is a popular and recognized term for this gesture.
Froot ___ : LOOPS
The answer "LOOPS" fits the clue "Froot ___" because it completes the phrase "Froot Loops," which is a popular brand of colorful breakfast cereal.
Funny DeGeneres : ELLEN
Ellen DeGeneres is a well-known comedian and TV host. "Funny DeGeneres" is a clue that hints at her first name, which is ELLEN.
Gap : LACUNA
"LACUNA" is a synonym for "gap" that is commonly used in literature and academic writing to refer to a missing part or space. It fits the clue well due to its meaning and length.
Goofball : KNUCKLEHEAD
The term "knucklehead" is often used informally to describe someone who is silly or foolish, which aligns with the clue "goofball."
Hatcher of “Desperate Housewives” : TERI
The clue is referring to an actress who appeared in the TV show "Desperate Housewives". The actress who played the character Susan Mayer on the show is Teri Hatcher. Therefore, "Teri" is the correct answer.
Hockey scores : GOALS
The term "goals" is commonly used in hockey to refer to the points scored by a team when they shoot the puck into the opposing team's net.
J.F.K. Presidential Library architect : IM PEI
IM PEI is the architect who designed the J.F.K. Presidential Library, making him the correct answer to the clue.
Lead-in to truck or gloss : SEMI-
The answer "SEMI-" is the lead-in for both "truck" and "gloss," forming the words "semi-truck" and "semi-gloss." Lead-in is a common crossword clue indicating the beginning of a word or phrase.
Like diamonds and calculus problems : HARD
The answer "HARD" is the right solution because diamonds are physically hard, and calculus problems are mentally challenging. Both are difficult in their respective ways, hence the answer "HARD" fits the clue.
Money in Mexico : PESO
"PESO" is the currency used in Mexico. It is a common crossword answer for clues related to money in Mexico.
More whitish : PALER
"PALER" means more whitish, as it describes something that is lighter in color than another. It is a comparative term indicating a lighter shade of white or another color.
My Chemical Romance groupie, e.g. : EMO FAN
The answer "EMO FAN" is the right solution because an "emo fan" is someone who is a follower or enthusiast of the music genre and subculture known as emo, and would likely be a groupie of a band like My Chemical Romance.
Nevada’s “Biggest Little City in the World” : RENO
The answer "RENO" fits the clue because Reno is commonly known as Nevada's "Biggest Little City in the World."
Nighttime problem : APNEA
APNEA is the right solution because it is a common nighttime problem where a person stops breathing while sleeping, leading to disrupted sleep patterns.
Notes, Photos, FaceTime, etc. : IPAD APPS
The answer "IPAD APPS" fits the clue because Notes, Photos, FaceTime, etc. are all types of applications that can be found on an iPad.
Org. that reviews W-9s : IRS
The IRS is the Internal Revenue Service, a government agency responsible for reviewing W-9 forms for tax purposes.
Palm tree berry : ACAI
Acai is a type of palm tree berry commonly found in the Amazon rainforest. It is a popular superfood known for its health benefits and antioxidant properties, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Palm tree berry."
Partner of 28-Down in a bar : GIN
The partner of 28-Down in a bar is "TONIC" which makes the classic drink "GIN AND TONIC."
Partner of 60-Down in a bar : TONIC
The partner of 60-Down, which is "gin," in a bar is typically "tonic," as they are commonly mixed together to make a gin and tonic drink.
Pleasurable : NICE
"NICE" is the right solution for "Pleasurable" because "nice" is a synonym for enjoyable or pleasurable.
Prefix with athlete or angle : TRI-
The prefix "tri-" means three. Athlete and angle can both be associated with the number three - triathlete and triangle.
Product known as “The Racer’s Edge” : STP
STP is a well-known automotive additive that has been marketed as "The Racer's Edge," making it the correct answer to the clue.
Radar dot : BLIP
The answer "BLIP" is the right solution because in radar technology, a blip refers to a small, short-lived spot appearing on a radar screen to indicate the presence of an object.
Roller coaster exclamation : WHEE!
"WHEE!" is a common exclamation of excitement or enjoyment often heard on roller coasters, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Roman goddess of the moon : LUNA
Luna is the Roman goddess of the moon. In Roman mythology, Luna is the counterpart to the Greek goddess Selene.
Rules on how to behave : CODE OF CONDUCT
The answer "CODE OF CONDUCT" fits the clue "Rules on how to behave" because a code of conduct is a set of guidelines or rules that dictate how individuals should act in a particular setting or situation.
Shark-diving protection : CAGE
The answer "CAGE" is the right solution because when shark-diving, a cage is used to protect divers from the sharks. It acts as a barrier between the divers and the sharks, ensuring their safety.
Slangy greeting … or a hint to the starts of 20-, 25- and 45- : WHAT’S CRACKING?
The answer "WHAT’S CRACKING?" fits the clue because it is a slangy greeting. Additionally, the starts of the answers to clues 20-, 25-, and 45- are "EGG," "SHELL," and "OPEN," respectively, which all relate to cracking.
Sliver : SHARD
"SHARD" is the right answer because a sliver is a small, thin piece or fragment of something, which can also be referred to as a shard. Both words convey the idea of a small, sharp fragment or piece.
Slough off : MOLT
"Slough off" is a phrase that means to shed or remove something, like skin or a layer. "Shed" is the right answer because it means to cast off or get rid of something.
Spaghetti-strapped top, for short : CAMI
The answer "CAMI" fits the clue because "CAMI" is a commonly used abbreviation for a camisole, which is a spaghetti-strapped top.
Surrealist Joan : MIRO
The answer "MIRO" is the right solution because Joan Miró was a famous surrealist artist known for his unique and imaginative style.
The “R” of NPR : RADIO
The answer is "RADIO" because NPR stands for National Public Radio, and the "R" in NPR stands for "Radio."
Three-line poem from Japan : HAIKU
A haiku is a traditional Japanese poem consisting of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern. So, "Three-line poem from Japan" is referring to a haiku.
Turns sharply : VEERS
The word "VEERS" means to change direction suddenly or sharply, which fits the clue "Turns sharply."
Two on a rowboat : OARS
The answer "OARS" fits the clue "Two on a rowboat" because rowboats typically have two oars for rowing.
Vito and Michael Corleone : GODFATHERS
The answer "GODFATHERS" fits the clue "Vito and Michael Corleone" because they are both characters who hold the title of "Godfather" in the iconic movie series "The Godfather."
What many dogs do in the spring and fall : SHED
Dogs shed their fur in the spring and fall as part of their natural shedding cycle to prepare for changing weather conditions.
Word repeated in “Que ___, ___” : SERA
The phrase "Que sera, sera" is a popular saying in Spanish meaning "whatever will be, will be." The word "sera" is repeated in the phrase, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Word repeated in “___, ___, gone!” : GOING
The phrase "___, ___, gone!" implies a sense of movement or departure, which is captured by the word "GOING" in the repeated format.
Yoko who loved John Lennon : ONO
The clue mentions "John Lennon," who was famously married to Yoko Ono. Therefore, the answer is "ONO."
___ Folds Five (rock trio) : BEN
The rock trio "Ben Folds Five" is a well-known band in the music industry. The clue is hinting at the name of the band, which is "Ben Folds Five," with "Ben" being the first name of the band's lead singer, Ben Folds.
“Fuzzy Wuzzy ___ a bear …” : WAS
The answer "WAS" completes the rhyme "Fuzzy Wuzzy WAS a bear..." in the clue, making it the correct solution.
“Saturday Night Live” segment : SKIT
"SKIT" is the right solution because a "Saturday Night Live" segment is typically a short, comedic performance or sketch, which is often referred to as a skit.
“The Divine Comedy” or “Beowulf” : EPIC
The answer "EPIC" is correct because both "The Divine Comedy" and "Beowulf" are examples of epic poetry, which are long narrative poems that typically tell the story of a hero's journey or adventure.
“Well, aren’t you fancy!” : LAH-DI-DAH!
The phrase "LAH-DI-DAH!" is often used sarcastically to mock someone who is acting fancier or more sophisticated than usual, making it a fitting response to the clue "Well, aren't you fancy!"