Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 28 April 2025, Monday (04-28-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
1980s skating great Thomas : DEBI
Debi Thomas was a prominent figure skater in the 1980s, winning the World Figure Skating Championships in 1986 and becoming the first African-American to win a medal in the Winter Olympics. Therefore, "DEBI" is the correct answer for the clue "1980s skating great Thomas."
5,280 feet : ONE MILE
The distance of 5,280 feet is equivalent to one mile in the imperial system of measurement.
Actor Jared of “Dallas Buyers Club” : LETO
Jared Leto is an actor who starred in the movie "Dallas Buyers Club," making "LETO" the correct answer for the clue.
Add together, as a bar tab : TOTAL UP
The phrase "TOTAL UP" means to calculate the sum or total of something, in this case, adding together a bar tab.
Amused : TICKLED
The word "tickled" can be used to describe someone who is amused or entertained, making it a suitable answer to the clue "Amused."
Bay Area law enforcement org. : SFPD
The answer "SFPD" stands for San Francisco Police Department, which is a law enforcement organization in the Bay Area.
Bread box, for short? : ATM
The answer "ATM" is the right solution because "Bread box, for short" is a play on words, referring to where you might store your dough (money) in an ATM.
Bread box? : TOASTER
The clue "Bread box?" is a play on words that suggests thinking outside the box. In this case, a "toaster" is a kitchen appliance used to toast bread, making it the correct answer.
Bridge length : SPAN
The answer "SPAN" is the right solution because in the context of bridges, "span" refers to the distance between two supports of a bridge. It is a common term used to describe the length of a bridge between its two endpoints.
Bring in from the fields : REAP
The word "REAP" means to gather or bring in a harvest from the fields, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Bygone Swedish carmaker : SAAB
SAAB is the right answer because it is a Swedish carmaker that no longer produces cars, making it a bygone carmaker.
Charged particle : ION
An ion is a charged particle because it has an unequal number of protons and electrons, resulting in a net positive or negative charge.
Cheri formerly of “S.N.L.” : OTERI
Cheri Oteri is a comedian who was formerly a cast member on "Saturday Night Live" (S.N.L.), making "OTERI" the correct answer.
Choose to receive email and text alerts, say : OPT IN
"OPT IN" means choosing to receive something, like email and text alerts, by actively selecting to do so. It is the opposite of "opting out" or choosing not to receive such alerts.
Decrease : WANE
The answer "REDUCE" is the right solution because it means to make something smaller or decrease in size, quantity, or intensity.
Dictionary offering : Abbr.
The answer "Abbr." is short for abbreviation, which is commonly used in dictionaries to indicate that a word or phrase has been shortened.
Do a Google search on one’s own name, e.g. : EGOSURF
The term "EGOSURF" refers to the act of searching for one's own name on the internet, typically on search engines like Google. It is a colloquial term that combines "ego" (self-importance) and "surf" (browsing the internet).
Former rival of Delta : USAIR
"USAIR" is the right solution because USAir was a former rival of Delta Airlines in the airline industry.
Funnyman Rogen : SETH
The answer "SETH" fits the clue "Funnyman Rogen" because Seth Rogen is a well-known actor and comedian in Hollywood.
Gave a big thumbs down, say : HATED
The word "HATED" means to strongly dislike something, which is synonymous with giving a big thumbs down to it.
Go without food : STARVE
STARVE is the right solution because it means to suffer or die from lack of food.
Hand protectors in the kitchen : MITTS
The answer "MITTS" fits the clue because kitchen mitts are used to protect hands from heat while cooking or baking.
Have in view : SEE
The word "see" can mean to have something in view or to perceive with the eyes, making it the correct answer to the clue "Have in view."
Heart throb? : PULSE
The term "heart throb" is often used to refer to the pulsating or beating of the heart. Therefore, the answer "PULSE" is a fitting solution to the clue.
Hershey’s Kiss wrap : FOIL
The answer "FOIL" is correct because Hershey's Kisses are typically wrapped in foil to keep them fresh and to give them their iconic appearance.
Honolulu hellos : ALOHAS
The answer "ALOHAS" is the right solution because "ALOHAS" are a common greeting in Hawaii, including in the city of Honolulu.
Jaw-dropping : AWESOME
The word "awesome" can be used to describe something that is impressive or astonishing, which can make someone's jaw drop in amazement.
Kilimanjaro and Denali : Abbr.
The answer "Abbr." is short for "abbreviation," indicating that "Kilimanjaro and Denali" are abbreviated names of mountains.
Like a brisk wind : NIPPY
"NIPPY" is the right solution because it is a common term used to describe a brisk wind that feels cold and chilly. It is a fitting adjective to convey the sensation of a cool and brisk wind.
Marcus who co-founded MGM : LOEW
Louis B. Mayer and Marcus Loew co-founded MGM. The answer "LOEW" fits the clue "Marcus who co-founded MGM" as it refers to Marcus Loew.
Mozart’s “___ kleine Nachtmusik” : EINE
The answer is "EINE" because "eine" is the German word for "a" or "one," and the title translates to "A Little Night Music" in English.
Nonverbal approval : NOD
"NOD" is the right solution because a nod is a nonverbal gesture typically used to indicate agreement or approval.
Often-spotty service on a train : WI-FI
The answer "WI-FI" fits the clue "Often-spotty service on a train" because Wi-Fi service on trains can sometimes be unreliable or have spotty coverage.
One day ___ time : AT A
The phrase "One day at a time" means to focus on the present moment without worrying about the future. In this context, "at a" is the correct answer to the clue.
One of up to 24 on a sunflower sea star : ARM
The sunflower sea star can have up to 24 arms, so "ARM" is the right answer because it fits the description of one of the appendages of the sunflower sea star.
Ones with many talents … and a hint to 17-, 24-, 35- and 51- : MULTI-HYPHENATES
The answer "MULTI-HYPHENATES" is the right solution because it refers to people who have many talents or skills, just like the theme of the puzzle where multiple words are connected with hyphens.
Pittsburgh N.F.L. player : STEELER
The Pittsburgh N.F.L. team is called the Steelers, so a Pittsburgh N.F.L. player would be referred to as a "Steeler."
Queued up : IN A LINE
The phrase "Queued up" is a British term meaning to wait in line. "In a line" is a common way to describe waiting in a queue, making it the right answer to the clue.
Quick escape : LAM
"LAM" is a slang term meaning to escape or flee quickly, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Quick escape."
Rap’s Salt-N-___ : PEPA
The answer "PEPA" fits the clue "Rap’s Salt-N-___" because Pepa is one of the members of the hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa.
Round Mongolian dwelling : YURT
The word "YURT" is a round Mongolian dwelling, which makes it the correct answer to the clue "Round Mongolian dwelling."
Rudolph’s quirk-turned-perk : RED NOSE
Rudolph is known for his red nose, which was initially seen as a quirk but later became a perk when it helped guide Santa's sleigh through foggy weather. "RED NOSE" fits the description of Rudolph's unique trait.
Shout between “ready” and “fire” : AIM!
The answer "AIM!" fits the clue because it is a command often shouted between "ready" and "fire" to instruct someone to aim before shooting.
Smarty-pants : KNOW-IT-ALL
The answer "KNOW-IT-ALL" fits the clue "Smarty-pants" because a know-it-all is someone who acts as if they know everything and is overly confident in their knowledge.
Some printers and PCs, familiarly : HPS
The answer "HPS" is the right solution because "HPS" stands for Hewlett-Packard, a well-known brand that produces both printers and PCs, often referred to as "HPS" in short.
Spa sounds : AHS
The answer "AHS" represents the sound of relaxation or pleasure one might make at a spa, such as a sigh or a contented exhale.
States out loud : SAYS
The word "SAYS" is a synonym for "states out loud," as when someone verbally expresses something.
Superman, to Lex Luthor : NEMESIS
Superman and Lex Luthor are archenemies, which means they are each other's nemesis.
Surgery sites, in brief : ORS
ORS stands for Operating Room Sites, which are commonly referred to as surgery sites in brief.
Swiss peaks : ALPS
The Swiss Alps are a mountain range in Switzerland, so "Swiss peaks" refers to the Alps.
Tear producer in the kitchen : ONION
The answer "ONION" is the right solution because onions are known to make people tear up when they are cut in the kitchen due to the release of a compound that irritates the eyes.
The Bible’s Naomi vis-à-vis Ruth : MOTHER-IN-LAW
This is the right solution because Naomi is Ruth's mother-in-law in the Bible.
The Falcons, on sports tickers : ATL
The Falcons are a sports team based in Atlanta, Georgia, and "ATL" is the common abbreviation for Atlanta. So, "ATL" is the right answer for the clue "The Falcons, on sports tickers."
The “O” of O.T.C. : OVER
The "O" in O.T.C. stands for "over" in the phrase "over the counter," often abbreviated as O.T.C.
Tik___ : TOK
The answer to "Tik___" being "TOK" makes sense because "Tik" is a common sound associated with clocks, and "TOK" is a similar sound that fits the pattern of the clue.
Toyota Camry, for one : SEDAN
The answer is "SEDAN" because a Toyota Camry is a type of sedan car. Sedans typically have four doors and a separate trunk space.
Two-time Oscar-winning Stone : EMMA
Emma Stone is an actress who has won two Academy Awards (Oscars), making her a two-time Oscar-winning actress.
Typical kindergartner : FIVE-YEAR-OLD
The answer "FIVE-YEAR-OLD" fits the clue "Typical kindergartner" because most kindergartners are around five years old.
Up to, informally : ‘TIL
"TIL" is an abbreviation for "until," which is a synonym for "up to." Therefore, "TIL" is the right solution for the clue "Up to, informally."
Variety : ILK
The answer "ILK" is the right solution because it is a word that means "type" or "kind," which is synonymous with "variety."
Versatile yet unspecialized sort : JACK-OF-ALL-TRADES
The term "Jack-of-all-trades" refers to someone who is skilled in many different areas but not specialized in any one specific skill. This fits the clue "Versatile yet unspecialized sort" perfectly.
Vigor’s partner : VIM
"Vigor" and "Vim" are both synonyms for energy or enthusiasm. In this case, "partner" indicates that they are related or go together, making "Vim" the correct answer.
Vote in support : YEA!
The answer "YEA!" is the right solution because it is a word commonly used in voting to indicate support or agreement.
Wackadoodle : NUT
The word "NUT" is often used informally to describe someone who is eccentric or crazy, which can be synonymous with "Wackadoodle."
World’s fastest shark (up to 46 m.p.h.) : MAKO
The answer "MAKO" fits because the Mako shark is known to be the fastest shark in the world, capable of reaching speeds of up to 46 miles per hour.
___ Major (Great Bear) : URSA
"___ Major" refers to the constellation Ursa Major, also known as the Great Bear. "URSA" is the Latin word for bear, making it the correct answer to this clue.
___-Caps (candy) : SNO
The answer to "___-Caps (candy)" is "SNO" because SNO-Caps is a brand of candy that consists of small chocolate chips covered in white nonpareils.
“A long time ___ in a galaxy …” : AGO
The phrase "A long time ___ in a galaxy..." is completed by the word "ago" to form the well-known opening line of the Star Wars movies.
“Adventures of Huckleberry ___” : FINN
The answer is "FINN" because the full title of the book is "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain, where "Finn" refers to the main character, Huckleberry Finn.
“Count me in!” : I’M THERE!
The phrase "Count me in!" is an expression used to indicate one's willingness or eagerness to participate in something. The word "YES!" is a simple and straightforward affirmation that signifies agreement or consent. Therefore, "YES!" is the right solution because it accurately captures the meaning and sentiment conveyed by the clue.
“Gloria in excelsis ___” : DEO
The phrase "Gloria in excelsis Deo" is a common hymn in Christian liturgy, where "Deo" means "to God" in Latin.
“Swan Lake” attire : TUTU
"TUTU" is the right solution because a tutu is a traditional ballet costume often worn by dancers in performances of "Swan Lake," a famous ballet composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
“Thar ___ blows!” : SHE
In the novel "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville, the famous line "Thar she blows!" is used to alert the crew of a whale sighting. "She" is used to refer to the whale, which was traditionally considered a feminine creature. Therefore, the answer to the crossword clue "Thar ___ blows!" is "SHE".
“Yeah, you’re right” : TRUE
The answer "TRUE" fits because it means agreeing or acknowledging that something is correct or accurate, which is what someone might say in response to "Yeah, you're right."
“Yer out!” yeller : UMP
The answer "UMP" is short for "umpire," the person who calls players out in sports like baseball.