Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 20 April 2024, Saturday (04-20-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
1, for 90° : SINE
The value of the sine function for a 90° angle is 1. Therefore, "1, for 90°" clues in to the answer "SINE."
4-Down, e.g. : RATIO
The answer "RATIO" fits the clue "4-Down, e.g." because a ratio is a comparison of two numbers or quantities, which is what a "4-Down" typically represents in a crossword grid.
Appear as such : SEEM SO
"Appear as such" is a clue that suggests something seems a certain way. The answer "SEEM SO" directly fits this definition, indicating that something appears to be true or accurate.
Baby squirrel : KIT
The term "kit" is a common name for a baby squirrel, making it the right answer for the clue "Baby squirrel."
Bank worry : EROSION
The answer "EROSION" fits the clue "Bank worry" because erosion is the gradual wearing away of something, like how a riverbank can be eroded over time.
Behind : BOOTY
Big whoop? : OLE!
"Big whoop?" is a sarcastic expression meaning "Oh, great!" or "Not very impressive." "Ole!" is an interjection used to express approval or excitement, making it a fitting response to the sarcastic tone of the clue.
Box in a cab : CB RADIO
The answer "CB RADIO" fits the clue "Box in a cab" because a CB radio is a communication device commonly found in cabs for drivers to communicate with each other.
Bringing about : WREAKING
The word "wreaking" means causing something to happen, which fits the clue "Bringing about." It is a synonym for causing or creating a particular situation or result.
Catch : RUB
The word "ESPY" means to catch sight of or to see, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Catch."
Chew the doors, e.g. : SPOONERISM
The clue is hinting at the concept of "spoonerism," which is when the initial sounds of two words are swapped to create a humorous effect. In this case, "Chew the doors" becomes "Do the chores" when you apply a spoonerism.
Component of a Cobb salad : CRISPY BACON
The answer "CRISPY BACON" fits the clue "Component of a Cobb salad" because bacon is a common ingredient found in a traditional Cobb salad recipe.
Conductor Seiji : OZAWA
The answer "OZAWA" fits the clue "Conductor Seiji" because Seiji Ozawa is a well-known conductor in the music world.
Course addendum : SIDE
The word "side" can be an addendum to a course, like a side dish is an addition to a main course in a meal.
Crash sights : DENTS
The answer "DENTS" fits the clue "Crash sights" because when a vehicle crashes, it often leaves dents on the surface of the car.
Crash sites? : BEDS
The answer "BEDS" works because "Crash sites" refers to places where people might crash or fall asleep, which are typically beds.
Creatures inspired by George Lucas’s dog : WOOKIEES
The answer "WOOKIEES" refers to the creatures from the Star Wars universe called Wookiees, which were inspired by George Lucas's dog. The name of the creatures and their characteristics were influenced by his pet dog.
Cut close : SHEAR
The word "shear" can mean to cut close or trim, making it the right answer for the clue "Cut close."
Dips, so to speak : BAILS
The word "bails" can be used informally to mean dips or leaves quickly.
Disturbs : ROILS
The answer "JARS" is the right solution because it means to disturb or shake something abruptly, causing a disturbance or disruption.
Drug prescribed under the brand name Desoxyn, familiarly : METH
The answer "METH" is short for methamphetamine, which is the drug prescribed under the brand name Desoxyn.
End of an overplayed pickup line : … OFTEN
The answer "… OFTEN" works because it completes the phrase "overplayed pickup line" with the word "often," suggesting that the pickup line is used frequently.
Fire : ZEAL
"Fire" is a synonym for "ardor", which means intense passion or enthusiasm. Therefore, "ardor" is an appropriate answer to the crossword clue.
First city to reach a population of one million people, in the second century B.C. : ROME
Rome was the first city to reach a population of one million people in the second century B.C. due to its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and extensive trade networks.
Free : NO-FEE
The answer "ON THE HOUSE" is the right solution because it is a common phrase used to indicate that something is free, typically referring to complimentary items or services provided by a business or establishment.
Full of life : ZIPPY
"ZIPPY" means full of energy, lively, and animated, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Full of life."
Get a running mate? : ELOPE
This clue is a play on words. "Get a running mate" can mean to find someone to run away and get married with, which is the definition of "elope."
Get set : HARDEN
"Get set" can mean to become prepared or ready, which can be synonymous with the word "harden" in certain contexts. In this case, "harden" is the right solution because it fits the clue's meaning of getting set or becoming firm or solid.
Green-tinted cocktails : APPLETINIS
The answer "APPLETINIS" fits the clue "Green-tinted cocktails" because Appletinis are a popular cocktail made with vodka and apple liqueur, giving it a green color.
Hound, or part of a hound : TAIL
The tail is a part of a hound, and it is often used to refer to the whole animal as well.
It appears on 78% of all national flags : RED
The color red appears on approximately 78% of all national flags, making it the most common color used in flag designs.
It might put you in an awkward position : YOGA
Jerry Rice’s 208, for short : TDS
The answer "TDS" stands for "touchdowns," and in football, Jerry Rice scored 208 touchdowns in his career.
Lacked pop : HAD NO OOMPH
The phrase "had no oomph" means lacking energy or excitement, which is synonymous with "lacked pop."
Lament : MOAN
"MOAN" is the right answer because a moan is a low, mournful sound expressing pain or sorrow, which fits the definition of a lament.
Like many gift cards, nowadays : EMAILED
The answer "EMAILED" fits the clue "Like many gift cards, nowadays" because gift cards are often sent electronically via email rather than being physical cards.
Like well-worn shoes : COMFY
The answer "COMFY" fits the clue "Like well-worn shoes" because well-worn shoes are often comfortable, or "comfy," to wear.
Littlest complaint, in an idiom : BOO
The idiom "I wouldn't say boo to a goose" means someone is very timid or shy, so "BOO" is the littlest complaint in this idiom.
Loud : BRASH
The answer to "Loud" is "NOISY" because "NOISY" is a synonym for "Loud."
Moved, in a way : AWED
The answer "AWED" is a play on words, as it can mean both "moved emotionally" and "moved physically."
Mysterious ancient geoglyphs in the Peruvian desert : NAZCA LINES
The answer "NAZCA LINES" fits the clue because the Nazca Lines are indeed mysterious ancient geoglyphs located in the Peruvian desert, known for their intricate and massive designs that can only be fully appreciated from above.
Mythical figure who sacrificed an eye in order to drink from the well of knowledge : ODIN
Odin is a mythical figure from Norse mythology who sacrificed his eye in exchange for wisdom and knowledge. This act symbolizes his pursuit of knowledge and understanding.
Napoleon had a large one : EGO
This is the right solution because Napoleon was known for his big ego or sense of self-importance.
National dish of Ukraine : BORSCHT
"Borscht" is the national dish of Ukraine because it is a traditional soup made with beets, cabbage, and other vegetables commonly found in Ukrainian cuisine. It is a staple in Ukrainian households and is often served at special occasions and holidays.
Old competitor of the Plymouth Barracuda : GTO Down 1 Topper for a holiday party
The answer "GTO" is the old competitor of the Plymouth Barracuda, as both were muscle cars from the 1960s. The answer "GTO" fits the clue because it was a popular muscle car made by Pontiac during that time period.
Operator of the Utah Data Center, for short : NSA
The National Security Agency (NSA) operates the Utah Data Center, a facility used for data storage and analysis. In this crossword clue, "Operator of the Utah Data Center, for short" refers to the NSA using its acronym.
Pantry array : TINS
The answer "TINS" fits the clue "Pantry array" because tins are commonly found in pantries to store food items like canned goods.
Platonic outing : FRIEND DATE
"FRIEND DATE" is the right solution because it refers to a platonic outing between friends, combining the idea of a date with the understanding that it is not romantic in nature.
Popular video editing software : IMOVIE
iMovie is a popular video editing software developed by Apple Inc. It is widely used for its user-friendly interface and various editing features, making it a common choice for beginners and casual video editors.
Pulitzer-winning playwright Suzan-___ Parks : LORI
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Second-guesser’s question : OR IS IT?
The answer "OR IS IT?" is a common phrase used by second-guessers to express doubt or uncertainty, making it a fitting response to the clue.
Sentimental feelings : WARM FUZZIES
"WARM FUZZIES" is a colloquial term used to describe feelings of happiness, affection, or nostalgia. It is often associated with sentimental emotions, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Sentimental feelings."
Something to wrestle with : ARM
The answer "ARM" fits the clue "Something to wrestle with" because in wrestling, competitors often use their arms to grapple and control their opponent.
Square root of sesenta y cuatro : OCHO
The square root of "sesenta y cuatro" is 8, which is "OCHO" in Spanish. This is the right solution because 8 multiplied by 8 equals 64.
The stuff of legends : LORE
The word "lore" refers to traditional knowledge or stories passed down through generations, often becoming the stuff of legends.
Toby ___, “Twelfth Night” character who says “Thou’rt a scholar; let us therefore eat and drink” : BELCH
Known for his excessive drinking and partying, Toby Belch is a character in Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" who famously says the line “Thou’rt a scholar; let us therefore eat and drink.” The answer "BELCH" is a play on his last name and fits the clue perfectly.
Very into : LOVING
The word "loving" means having a deep affection or fondness for something or someone, which can be described as being very into that thing or person.
Washed-out : WAN
The answer "PALE" fits the clue "Washed out" because when something is washed out, it loses its vibrant color and becomes pale.
Where you’ll find women out to drink? : LESBIAN BAR
The answer "LESBIAN BAR" fits the clue "Where you’ll find women out to drink?" because a lesbian bar is a place where women who are attracted to other women gather to socialize and have drinks.
Whom King Tut’s mummy was made to resemble : OSIRIS
Osiris is the Egyptian god of the afterlife and the underworld, often depicted as a mummified figure. King Tut's mummy was made to resemble Osiris as part of the funerary practices and beliefs of ancient Egypt.
Wind up : END
The phrase "wind up" can mean to conclude or finish something, which is synonymous with "end."
___ courtesy : AS A
The phrase "as a courtesy" is a common expression meaning to do something as a polite gesture or favor. In this context, "AS A" is the correct answer to the clue "___ courtesy."
___ Santos, fictional setting of Grand Theft Auto V : LOS
The answer is "LOS" because Los Santos is a fictional city in the video game Grand Theft Auto V. "LOS" is a common abbreviation for Los Angeles, which Los Santos is based on.
’70s Ford : GERALD
“And sore must be the storm / That could ___ the little Bird / That kept so many warm” : Dickinson
The answer "Dickinson" is the right solution because the quote is from a poem by Emily Dickinson, a famous American poet.
“Mighty” thing : OAK
The answer "OAK" is the right solution because oak trees are known for their strength and are often referred to as "mighty."
“Someone better call the fire department, because you just got burned!” : BOOM! ROASTED!
The phrase "BOOM! ROASTED!" is a common response after delivering a clever or cutting insult, implying that the recipient has been metaphorically burned by the remark.
“That is … not good” : YEESH
The answer "YEESH" is a colloquial expression used to convey disappointment or disapproval, making it a fitting response to the statement "That is ... not good."
“___ volat propriis” (Oregon’s motto) : ALIS
The Latin phrase "___ volat propriis" translates to "She flies with her own wings," which is Oregon's state motto. The answer "ALIS" is the Latin word for "wings," making it the correct solution for the clue.