Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 18 April 2024, Thursday (04-18-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
2020 Olympics site : TOKYO
The 2020 Olympics were originally scheduled to be held in Tokyo, Japan before being postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Account that’s been overdrawn? : SAGA
The answer "SAGA" fits because a saga can refer to a long, involved story or account, and if an account has been overdrawn, it could lead to a complicated or dramatic situation, akin to a saga.
Acre on the ocean floor : MOTHER OF PEARL (Nacre on the ocean floor)
The answer "MOTHER OF PEARL" is a play on words, as "nacre" is another term for mother of pearl, which is found on the ocean floor.
Alice with a Nobel Prize in Literature : MUNRO
Alice Munro is a Canadian author who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2013. The clue is referring to her by mentioning both her first name and the Nobel Prize, leading to the answer "MUNRO."
Allot time : ELECTION DAY (Ballot time)
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Animal whose name, when capitalized, is a major West African language : EWE
The major West African language referred to in the clue is Ewe, which is also the name of an animal. When the name of the animal is capitalized, it matches the name of the language.
Anna May ___, Hollywood’s first Chinese American film celebrity : WONG
The answer is "WONG" because Anna May Wong was indeed Hollywood's first Chinese American film celebrity, making her the correct fit for the clue.
Ascent stage for a bird : HATCHLING (Nascent stage for a bird)
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Assist in a foursome : MCCARTNEY (Bassist in a foursome)
Athlete with the only vertically mounted marker on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, so his holy name is not walked upon : ALI
The clue is referring to Muhammad Ali, who is the only athlete with a vertically mounted marker on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to prevent people from stepping on his name. "ALI" is the correct answer.
Attachment to a bit : REIN
"Attachment to a bit" is a clue commonly found in crossword puzzles that refers to the reins used to control a horse. In horseback riding, the reins are attached to the bit in the horse's mouth to guide and control its movements. Therefore, the correct answer to this clue is "REIN."
Be beholden to : OWE
"Be beholden to" is a phrase that means to owe someone a debt of gratitude or obligation, making "OWE" the right solution as it directly relates to owing something to someone.
Big mouth : MAW
The term "maw" is a slang term for mouth, especially when referring to someone who talks a lot or loudly.
Bloomers worn around one’s head? : LEI
The word "bloomers" suggests flowers or blossoms, which are commonly found in a lei worn around one's head.
Bygone : DEFUNCT
"PAST" is the right solution for "Bygone" because the word "past" refers to something that has already happened or is no longer current, making it synonymous with "bygone."
Clear : NET
The word "EVIDENT" means clear or obvious, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Clear."
Cross fit? : SNIT
"Cross fit?" is a wordplay clue where "cross" is a synonym for annoyed or angry, and "fit" can mean a tantrum or outburst. "SNIT" means a petty fit of irritation or anger, making it the correct answer.
Days leading up to the next sign, in astrology : CUSP
The answer "CUSP" refers to the period when one astrological sign transitions into the next. It represents the days leading up to the start of a new sign, making it the correct solution for the clue.
Deadened : NUMB
The word "numb" means to deaden or make something insensible or unfeeling, which fits the clue "Deadened."
Delightful diversion : ROMP
"ROMP" is a suitable answer because it refers to a playful and enjoyable activity or game, making it a delightful diversion.
Devices with shuttles : LOOMS
The answer "LOOMS" is correct because looms are devices used for weaving fabric, and shuttles are a part of a loom that carries the weft thread back and forth.
Director Johnson : RIAN
"Director Johnson" refers to Rian Johnson, a well-known film director. Therefore, the answer "RIAN" fits the clue.
Faddish 1990s disk : POG
"Pog" refers to a faddish 1990s disk that was collected and traded by kids. It fits the clue perfectly.
Fireplace bit : EMBER
The answer "EMBER" is the right solution because embers are small, glowing pieces of wood or coal that remain in a fire after it has burned. They are commonly found in fireplaces.
First name in objectivism : AYN
Ayn Rand was a prominent philosopher and novelist known for her philosophy of Objectivism. "AYN" is the first name of Ayn Rand, making it the correct answer to the clue "First name in objectivism."
For grades K-12 : ELHI
"ELHI" is the right solution because it is a term used to refer to education for grades K-12, standing for Elementary, Lower, Higher, and Intermediate.
Graceful horse : ARAB
The answer "ARAB" is a breed of horse known for its gracefulness and elegance, making it a fitting solution to the clue "Graceful horse."
Gradually slower, in music : Abbr.
The answer "Abbr." is short for "abbreviation," indicating that the answer to the clue is an abbreviation. In music notation, "rit." is an abbreviation for "ritardando," which means gradually slower.
Greet the day : RISE
"RISE" is the right answer because it means to get out of bed in the morning, which is a common way to greet the day.
Half of dodici : SEI
The clue is asking for half of the Italian word for twelve, which is "dodici." Half of dodici is "sei," which means six in Italian.
Heavy-hearted : SAD
The word "sad" is synonymous with feeling heavy-hearted or sorrowful. It accurately describes the emotional state indicated by the clue.
Horace’s “Ars ___” : POETICA
The answer "POETICA" fits the clue "Horace’s 'Ars ___'" because "Ars Poetica" is a famous poem by the Roman poet Horace.
Hosp. scan : MRI
The answer "MRI" stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, which is a common type of hospital scan used to create detailed images of the body's organs and tissues.
Ice is found on it : RIVIERA (Nice is found on it)
The answer "RIVIERA" is the right solution because the city "Nice" is found on the French Riviera, which is a famous coastal region in France known for its beaches and luxury resorts.
It follows the Hijri calendar : ISLAM
The Hijri calendar is a lunar calendar used by Muslims, so the answer "ISLAM" is correct as it is the religion followed by those who use the Hijri calendar.
It might come in a package : AID
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It’ll all shake out : SALT
Joint, so to speak : PRISON
The answer "PRISON" fits the clue "Joint, so to speak" because "joint" can be slang for a prison.
Like some coding loops and measuring cups : NESTED
The word "nested" can describe both coding loops within other loops (nested loops) and measuring cups that fit inside one another (nested measuring cups).
Limitless quantity : SEA
The answer "SEA" is the right solution because the sea is a vast body of water that is considered to be limitless in quantity.
Measure of inflation, in brief : PSI
Menu fish : SOLE
The answer "SOLE" fits the clue "Menu fish" because sole is a type of flatfish commonly found on restaurant menus.
Milk sources : TEATS
"TEATS" are the sources of milk in mammals, where milk is produced and dispensed to feed their young.
Mo. without a federal holiday : AUG
August (AUG) is a month that does not have a federal holiday in the United States.
Money maven, for short : CFO
"CFO" stands for Chief Financial Officer, who is a money expert in a company. "Money maven" is a term used to describe someone who is knowledgeable about money matters, making "CFO" the right answer for this clue.
Musical with Rum Tum Tugger and Mungojerrie : CATS
The musical "CATS" features characters named Rum Tum Tugger and Mungojerrie, making "CATS" the correct answer.
Name that’s an anagram of BREAD : DEBRA
The answer "DEBRA" is an anagram of "BREAD" because the letters in "DEBRA" can be rearranged to spell out "BREAD."
Naturally competitive : TYPE-A
"Type-A" is a term used to describe a personality characterized by competitiveness and a strong drive to succeed. This makes it a fitting answer for the clue "Naturally competitive."
Not wavering : SET Down 1 Does like
The answer "SET" fits the clue "Not wavering" because "set" means to be fixed or steady, not changing or wavering.
One way to come out : AHEAD
The phrase "come out" can mean to emerge or to reveal oneself. "AHEAD" can mean in a position of advantage or leading, which is one way to come out in a situation.
One way to run : AFOUL
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Ovid of Greek mythology : THE CRETAN BULL (Bovid of Greek mythology)
Perfume name with an accent : ESTEE
Estée Lauder is a well-known perfume brand, and "Estée" is a perfume name with an accent.
Peter of 1934’s “The Man Who Knew Too Much” : LORRE
Lorre is the last name of the actor Peter Lorre, who starred in the 1934 film "The Man Who Knew Too Much."
Roguish sorts : SCAMPS
"SCAMPS" is the right solution because it is a synonym for roguish or mischievous individuals.
Roundup sounds : MOOS
"Moo" is the sound that cows make, and "sounds" in the clue indicates that we are looking for a word related to sounds made by animals. Therefore, "MOOS" is the right answer.
Saber-toothed tiger in the “Ice Age” movies : DIEGO
Diego is the name of the saber-toothed tiger character in the "Ice Age" movies, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Seek retribution, in a way : SUE
"SUE" is the right answer because seeking retribution in a legal way often involves suing someone in a court of law.
Showy accessories on marching band uniforms : PLUMES
"Plumes" are showy accessories commonly found on marching band uniforms, typically attached to the hats worn by band members. They add a decorative and eye-catching element to the uniform.
Sightsee? : AIM
The answer "AIM" for the clue "Sightsee?" is a play on words. In this context, "sightsee" is hinting at looking through a sight or aiming through a scope, making "AIM" the correct answer.
Small brawl : SCRAP
The word "scrap" can mean a small fight or disagreement, which fits the clue "Small brawl."
Suffix with coward : -ICE
The suffix "-ICE" added to "coward" forms the word "cowardice," which means lack of courage.
Summer setting in S.F. : PDT
PDT stands for Pacific Daylight Time, which is the time zone used in San Francisco during the summer months.
Superman portrayer : REEVE
The answer "REEVE" is the right solution because Christopher Reeve famously portrayed Superman in the 1978 film and its sequels.
The False Good Samaritan, e.g. : CON
The answer "CON" is short for "confidence trick," which is a type of scam or deception often associated with a false Good Samaritan.
Things to piece together : KITS
The answer "KITS" fits the clue "Things to piece together" because kits typically contain separate components or parts that need to be assembled or put together to create a finished product.
Thrice-remade movie … or, when parsed as six words, a hint to the theme clues in this puzzle : A STAR IS BORN … or, A STAR IS B OR N
The answer "A STAR IS BORN ... or, A STAR IS B OR N" is the right solution because it hints at the theme of the puzzle which involves breaking down phrases into separate words, in this case, splitting "A STAR IS BORN" into "A STAR IS B OR N."
Verizon sale of 2021 : AOL
Verizon acquired AOL in 2015 and sold it in 2021, making "AOL" the correct answer to the clue "Verizon sale of 2021."
Visitor from a faraway place : UFO
The answer "UFO" stands for Unidentified Flying Object, which is often associated with visitors from faraway places, as they are believed to be spacecraft from other planets or galaxies.
Winter frost : HOAR
The term "hoar" is used to describe the white frost that forms on surfaces during winter. It is a common crossword answer for the clue "Winter frost."
Wood commonly used in mid-century modern furniture : ASH
Ash is a type of wood commonly used in mid-century modern furniture due to its strength, flexibility, and attractive grain pattern. It was a popular choice for designers during that time period, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Words before time or story : END OF …
The phrase "End of time" or "End of story" signifies the conclusion or final part of something, making "END OF" the appropriate words before "time" or "story".
You might need a lift to do this : SKI
The answer "SKI" fits because skiing typically requires a ski lift to access the top of the slope.
“Don’t ___” : ASK
The phrase "Don't ask" is a common expression, making "ASK" the right answer to the clue "“Don’t ___”".
“That being said …” : YET …
The phrase "That being said..." is often followed by a contrasting or opposing statement, which can be introduced by the word "YET." So, "YET" is the right solution for this clue.
“Yesterday!” : ASAP!
The answer "ASAP!" is a common abbreviation for "As soon as possible," which is a response to someone asking for something to be done quickly. In this context, "Yesterday!" is an expression used to emphasize the urgency of the request, making "ASAP!" a fitting response.