Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 30 April 2025, Wednesday (04-30-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
10 out of 10 : IDEAL
The phrase "10 out of 10" is often used to describe something perfect or ideal. Therefore, the answer "IDEAL" fits the clue.
A reason to act this very instant … or why you might 6-Down 32-Down? : THE TIME IS RIPE
The answer "THE TIME IS RIPE" fits the clue because it means that the moment is perfect or opportune to take action, which is a reason to act this very instant or why you might act immediately to solve a crossword clue.
Alternative to a blur or pixelation : CENSOR BAR
The answer "CENSOR BAR" is an alternative to blur or pixelation because it is often used to cover up sensitive or inappropriate content in images or videos. It blocks out the offending material while still allowing the rest of the image to be visible.
Anderson who directed “Fantastic Mr. Fox” : WES
Wes Anderson is the director of the movie “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” making "WES" the correct answer for the clue.
Apt anagram for “brush” : SHRUB
SHRUB is an apt anagram for "brush" because it uses the same letters as "brush" rearranged in a different order.
Arduous walks : TREKS
"TREKS" is the right solution because it is a synonym for arduous walks, often implying a long and difficult journey on foot.
Bedframe boards : SLATS
SLATS are often used as the boards in a bedframe to provide support for the mattress. They are typically made of wood or metal and are placed horizontally across the frame to help distribute weight and support the sleeper.
Bottleful that might 6-/32-Down? : HAND SOAP
The answer "HAND SOAP" fits the clue because a "Bottleful that might 6-/32-Down" refers to a type of soap that is specifically meant for washing hands, making "HAND SOAP" the correct solution.
Bottleful that might 6-Down/32-Down? : FACE WASH
The clue is hinting at a type of bottle that might contain a liquid used for cleaning the face. "6-Down" and "32-Down" likely refer to other clues in the crossword that lead to the answer "FACE WASH."
Broad valleys : DALES
"Dales" is the right solution because it is a term commonly used to refer to broad valleys in the British Isles, particularly in Yorkshire. It is a specific word that fits the clue well.
Caveman’s covering : PELT
The answer "PELT" is the right solution because cavemen used animal skins, or pelts, as a form of clothing or covering.
Certain form-fitting swimsuit : SPEEDO
The answer "SPEEDO" fits the clue "Certain form-fitting swimsuit" because Speedo is a well-known brand that specializes in tight-fitting swimwear commonly worn by competitive swimmers.
Chance to see the big game? : SAFARI
The clue "Chance to see the big game?" is a play on words. In this context, "big game" refers to large animals like lions and elephants, which can be seen on a safari. So, the answer "SAFARI" fits the clue perfectly.
Chow down on : EAT
"EAT" is the right answer because "chow down on" is a casual way of saying "to eat." So, the answer "EAT" fits the clue perfectly.
Co. whose camera broadcast the first live video from space : RCA
RCA stands for Radio Corporation of America, which was the company whose camera broadcast the first live video from space.
Comes to a close : ENDS
The answer "ENDS" fits the clue "Comes to a close" because "ends" means to reach the conclusion or the final part of something. It is a concise and appropriate word that accurately describes the action of coming to a close.
El Paso-to-Oklahoma City dir. : ENE
The abbreviation "ENE" stands for East-Northeast, which is the direction from El Paso to Oklahoma City on a compass.
Evidence of a leak : DRIP
The word "DRIP" can refer to a small, steady flow of liquid, which can be an indication of a leak. So, "DRIP" fits the clue "Evidence of a leak".
First prez to appoint a woman to the cabinet : FDR
FDR is the right answer because Franklin D. Roosevelt was the first president to appoint a woman, Frances Perkins, to the cabinet. Perkins served as the Secretary of Labor in FDR's administration.
Fixed costs : FLAT FEES
The term "fixed costs" refers to expenses that stay the same regardless of production levels. "Flat fees" are a type of fixed cost where a set amount is charged regardless of usage or quantity, making it an appropriate answer to the clue.
Form of much of the dialogue of 2021’s “CODA,” in brief : ASL
The answer "ASL" is the right solution because it stands for American Sign Language, which is a form of communication used by the deaf community, and much of the dialogue in the movie "CODA" is in ASL.
Gets under control : TAMES
"TAMES" is the right answer because it means to bring something under control or to domesticate. In the context of the clue "Gets under control," "TAMES" fits perfectly as it describes the action of gaining control over something.
Hamiltons : TENNERS
The term "Hamiltons" is a slang term for ten-dollar bills, which are also known as "tenners."
Head out : DEPART
"Head out" is a phrase that means to leave or depart from a place. "Depart" is a synonym for leave, making it the correct answer to this clue.
Heart test, for short : EKG
The answer "EKG" is the right solution because EKG stands for electrocardiogram, which is a common test used to measure the electrical activity of the heart.
Hubbub : ADO
The word "ado" means a state of excitement or confusion, which can be synonymous with the word "hubbub".
Inbox abbr. : FWD
The answer "FWD" stands for "forward" in an inbox, indicating that a message has been forwarded to you.
Item next to a piano in a piano bar : TIP JAR
The "TIP JAR" is the right answer because it is a common item found next to a piano in a piano bar where patrons can leave tips for the musician playing the piano.
It’s granted by a security clearance : ACCESS
The answer "ACCESS" fits because security clearance allows someone to gain entry or access to certain information or areas.
Lard and tallow, for two : FATS
The clue "Lard and tallow, for two" is asking for a word that represents both lard and tallow. The answer "FATS" fits because both lard and tallow are types of fats.
Leafy vegetable with a lot of vitamin K : KALE
Kale is a leafy vegetable that is known for its high vitamin K content, making it a suitable answer for the clue.
Least expensive way to fly : COACH
The answer "COACH" is the right solution because coach class is typically the least expensive way to fly on a plane.
Like a 1,000-piece monochromatic jigsaw puzzle : HARD
The answer "HARD" fits because a 1,000-piece monochromatic jigsaw puzzle would be difficult to complete due to the lack of color variations to help distinguish between pieces, making it a challenging task.
Like the environment in many reptile terrariums : ARID
"ARID" is the right solution because many reptiles, such as desert-dwelling species, require an arid environment with low humidity in their terrariums to thrive.
Lollygag : DAWDLE
"Dawdle" is synonymous with "lollygag," both meaning to waste time or move slowly. In crossword puzzles, clues often provide synonyms or related words to lead you to the correct answer.
Love of the past : OLD FLAME
"OLD FLAME" is the right answer because it refers to a past romantic interest or relationship, capturing the idea of a love from the past that may still hold significance.
Marvel supervillain : ULTRON
Thanos is a supervillain character in the Marvel Comics universe. He is known for his immense strength, intelligence, and his obsession with death. He is a major antagonist in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in several films including Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.
Meat-and-potatoes diner dish : HASH Down 1 Blade sheathed in a saya
Model’s pride, informally : BOD
The answer "BOD" is short for "body," which is a model's pride as their physique is important in their line of work.
Neighbor of N.J. : DEL
The abbreviation for Delaware is DEL, making it the neighbor of N.J. (New Jersey).
Nurse a grudge, say : STEW
The term "stew" can mean to nurse a grudge or resentment over time, allowing it to simmer and intensify, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Obama-era policy whose last three letters spell a different Obama-era law : DACA
The answer is "DACA" because the last three letters spell out "ACA," which stands for the Affordable Care Act, another Obama-era law.
One of two in Monopoly : DIE
The answer is "DIE" because in Monopoly, players roll two dice to determine how many spaces to move their game piece.
Pawn : HOCK
The answer "HOCK" is a synonym for "pawn" in the context of pawning an item for money. In chess, a pawn can also be referred to as a "hock."
Pirates’ support group? : PEG LEGS
The answer "PEG LEGS" is a play on words as pirates are known to have peg legs due to injuries. The term "support group" is used humorously to suggest that pirates with peg legs would form a group for mutual support.
Possesses : HAS
The word "possesses" means to have or own something. "Has" is a synonym for "possesses," making it the correct answer.
Prefix with tourism : ECO-
The prefix "ECO-" is the right solution because it is commonly used to describe activities or practices that are environmentally friendly or sustainable. In the context of tourism, "ECO-" is often used to refer to ecotourism, which involves visiting and experiencing natural environments while minimizing environmental impact.
Prevaricated : LIED
The word "prevaricated" means to speak or act in an evasive way, often by not telling the truth. "LIED" is the right answer because lying is a common form of prevarication.
Put on, as a costume : DON
See 6-Down : … ONE’S CLOCK
Sheltie from a shelter, e.g. : RESCUE DOG
The answer "RESCUE DOG" fits the clue "Sheltie from a shelter, e.g." because a Sheltie that comes from a shelter is typically a dog that has been rescued or adopted, making it a "rescue dog."
Silly ones : GEESE
Some printable files : PDFS
The answer "PDFS" is the right solution because PDF is a common file format for printable documents, making "PDFS" a plural form of printable files in PDF format.
Spat : TIFF
The word "tiff" is often used to describe a minor or petty argument or disagreement, which fits the definition of a spat.
Spun some records, informally : DJ’ED
The answer "DJ’ED" fits the clue because it is a common informal term for playing records as a disc jockey.
Stitchers’ gathering : SEWING BEE
The term "Stitchers' gathering" is a play on words, combining "stitchers" who sew with "bee," which is a gathering of people working together. A "sewing bee" is a social gathering where people come together to sew, making it the correct answer.
Trap by freezing : ICE IN
The answer "ICE IN" fits the clue "Trap by freezing" because it suggests the act of trapping something or someone by encasing them in ice or freezing them in.
Ways of the world : ROADS
The answer "ROADS" fits the clue "Ways of the world" because roads are a common means of transportation and connection between different places, making them a fundamental part of the world's infrastructure.
Where pandas are native : ASIA
The answer is "ASIA" because pandas are native to the continent of Asia, specifically in countries like China.
With 32-Down, beat an opponent soundly : CLEAN …
The answer is "CLEAN ...", completing the phrase "CLEAN UP." This phrase means to beat an opponent soundly.
Wonderland interloper : ALICE
Alice is the main character in Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," making her an interloper in the fantastical world of Wonderland.
Word after fruit or word : … SALAD
The clue "Word after fruit or word" is a wordplay clue where the answer is a type of salad that can follow the words "fruit" or "word" to form common phrases like "fruit salad" or "word salad."
[Ah, woe is me!] : [SIGH!]
The answer to "[Ah, woe is me!]" being "[SIGH!]" is because "SIGH!" is an expression of sorrow or disappointment, which fits the sentiment of "Ah, woe is me!" expressing distress or lamentation.
___ Ghani, former Afghan president : ASHRAF
"Ashraf Ghani" is the full name of the former Afghan president, making "ASHRAF" the correct answer to the clue.
___ Novarro, Hollywood sex symbol of the 1920s : RAMON
Ramon Novarro was a Hollywood sex symbol in the 1920s, making "RAMON" the correct answer to the clue.
“Breaking Bad” investigatory grp. : DEA
DEA stands for Drug Enforcement Administration, which is the investigatory group featured in the TV show "Breaking Bad."
“Hey, I’ve got a secret to tell you” : PSST!
The answer "PSST!" is a common representation of a whisper or a secret being shared, making it a fitting response to the clue "Hey, I’ve got a secret to tell you."
“Saturday Night Fever” music genre : DISCO
The answer is "DISCO" because "Saturday Night Fever" is a famous disco movie and disco music was a prominent part of its soundtrack.