Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 3 May 2024, Friday (05-03-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Adornment for the unpierced : EAR CLIP
The answer "EAR CLIP" fits because it is a type of earring that can be worn without needing to pierce the ear.
Alternative to the online newspaper, colloquially : DEAD-TREE EDITION
"Dead-tree edition" is a colloquial term for a print version of a newspaper, as opposed to the digital or online version. So, it is the alternative to the online newspaper as mentioned in the clue.
Athlete’s affliction, informally : THE YIPS
"The Yips" is a slang term used to describe a sudden loss of fine motor skills in athletes, particularly in sports like golf or baseball. It is a common affliction that can affect a player's ability to perform simple tasks like putting or throwing accurately.
Average : MEAN
The word "average" is often used to describe the "norm" or the typical standard of something. Therefore, "NORM" is the appropriate answer for this clue.
Bare minimum : LEAST
"Least" refers to the smallest or lowest amount possible, making it synonymous with the phrase "bare minimum."
Beverage brand whose name translates to “morning sun” : ASAHI
Asahi is a Japanese beverage brand, and its name translates to "morning sun" in Japanese.
Charge : COST
"Charge" is a verb that can mean to rush forward, and "run at" is a phrasal verb that means to charge towards something or someone. Therefore, "RUNAT" is a suitable answer for the clue "Charge."
Con : Spanish
The answer "SCAM" is the right solution because "Con" is a slang term for a scam or a fraudulent scheme.
Cool-down stretches? : ICE AGES
The answer "ICE AGES" fits the clue "Cool-down stretches?" because ice ages are periods of long-term cooling on Earth, making it a clever play on words for stretches of cooling down.
Delivery estimate : DUE DATE
"DUE DATE" is the right answer because a delivery estimate often refers to the expected date when a package or item is due to be delivered. The term "due date" specifically indicates the deadline or expected time of arrival for the delivery.
Desire, personified : EROS
"EROS" is the Greek god of love and desire, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Desire, personified."
Evening, in ads : NITE
The answer to "Evening, in ads" is "NITE" because it is a common abbreviation for the word "night" often used in advertisements.
Famed lab assistant : IGOR
The answer "IGOR" is the right solution because it is a common name for a lab assistant in popular culture, especially in the story of Frankenstein.
Favoring the rich and powerful : ELITIST
The word "elitist" means favoring the elite or those considered superior or privileged. It accurately describes someone who favors the rich and powerful over others.
Fervent requests : PLEAS
"PLEAS" is the right solution because a "plea" is a fervent request or an earnest appeal for something. The plural form "PLEAS" fits the clue "Fervent requests" as it refers to multiple earnest appeals.
Filter acronym : HEPA
HEPA stands for High Efficiency Particulate Air, a type of filter known for its ability to trap very small particles. It is a common acronym used to refer to a type of filter in air purifiers and vacuum cleaners.
Frequent sighting on the island of Kauai : NENE
The Nene is the state bird of Hawaii and is commonly found on the island of Kauai.
Further : ALSO
The word "also" means "furthermore" or "in addition." It is used to introduce something additional or supplementary to what has already been mentioned.
Game with a hands-down winner? : TWISTER
The answer "TWISTER" is the right solution because in the game Twister, players compete to be the last one standing by placing their hands and feet on different colored circles on a mat without falling over. This creates a hands-down winner as the last player remaining.
Half of a rum-based cocktail’s name : MAI …
The answer is "MAI" because it completes the word "MAI TAI," which is a rum-based cocktail.
Half of an ill-fated 2001 merger : AOL
AOL is the correct answer because in 2001, AOL merged with Time Warner in a deal that ultimately proved unsuccessful, making it an ill-fated merger.
Huffy exclamation : THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!
This answer fits the clue because "THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!" is a phrase someone might exclaim when feeling huffy or indignant.
Juncture : NODE
"NODE" is the right answer because a node is a point at which lines or pathways intersect or branch off. In this context, it can refer to a point of connection or juncture.
L, e.g. : SIZE
The letter "L" is an example of a size in clothing, like small, medium, or large. So, "SIZE" is the right answer.
Lined up, after “in” : … A ROW
The clue "Lined up, after 'in'" suggests that the answer should be a phrase that follows the word "in" and means being in a line or arrangement. The answer "... A ROW" fits this description as it means being in a line or arrangement.
Main, e.g. : PIPE
The answer "PIPE" fits the clue "Main, e.g." because a pipe is a type of conduit or channel, just like a main is a primary conduit for water or gas.
Medium for animals : PET PSYCHIC
More than just ask : BEG
"BEG" is the right solution because when you "beg," you are doing more than just asking - you are pleading or requesting urgently.
Moves slowly : OOZES
"OOZES" is the right solution because it means to move slowly and steadily, often referring to liquids or thick substances flowing slowly.
Nickname for a Texas metropolis : BIG D
The nickname "BIG D" is commonly used to refer to the city of Dallas, Texas. It is a well-known moniker for the city and a popular term used by locals and visitors alike.
Old Pontiacs : GTOS
"GTOS" refers to the classic Pontiac GTO model, which was a popular muscle car in the 1960s and 1970s. It is a common abbreviation for these vehicles in crossword puzzles.
One way to prepare steak : TARTARE
"TARTARE" is a way to prepare steak by serving it raw, finely chopped or minced, and typically seasoned with herbs, spices, and sauces.
Org. with the podcast “At Liberty” : ACLU
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is known for its podcast "At Liberty," making it the correct answer to the clue.
Phrase that inspired the title of Prince Harry’s memoir : AN HEIR AND A SPARE
The phrase "an heir and a spare" refers to the traditional idea of having both a primary heir and a backup heir in royal families. Prince Harry is a member of the British royal family and this phrase is commonly associated with royal succession, making it a fitting title for his memoir.
Pip’s love in “Great Expectations” : ESTELLA
In Charles Dickens' novel "Great Expectations," Pip's love interest is Estella. She is the adopted daughter of Miss Havisham and plays a significant role in Pip's life and the story's development.
Places to get wraps : SPAS
Play things : ACTS
The word "acts" can refer to the individual parts of a play, so it fits the clue "Play things" as it is a common term in the context of theater.
Puts another layer on : RECOATS
The answer "RECOATS" fits the clue "Puts another layer on" because "re-" means to do something again, and "coats" refers to putting on a layer of paint or other substance. So, "RECOATS" means to put on another layer.
Quaint expression of surprise : OH GEE!
The phrase "OH GEE!" is a quaint expression of surprise commonly used in informal speech, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Risk territory between Ukraine and Siberia : URAL
The Ural Mountains are located between Ukraine and Siberia, making "URAL" the correct answer for the risk territory in this crossword clue.
Russian country house : DACHA
"DACHA" is the right solution because it is a Russian word that specifically refers to a country house or cottage where people often spend their weekends or vacations. It is a common type of housing in Russia, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
Saisons chaudes : ETES
"ETES" is the French word for "summers," which translates to "saisons chaudes" in English. In this case, the answer "ETES" directly corresponds to the clue "Saisons chaudes."
Sarah McLachlan’s highest-charting U.S. single : ADIA
"Adia" is Sarah McLachlan's highest-charting U.S. single, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1998.
Secluded spot : GLEN
GLEN is a secluded spot because it is a narrow valley surrounded by hills or mountains, providing privacy and seclusion.
Second-longest bone in the human body : TIBIA
The tibia is the second-longest bone in the human body, with the longest being the femur. It is located in the lower leg and is commonly referred to as the shinbone.
Seine sights : ILES
The Seine River flows through Paris, and there are several islands (ILES in French) in the river that are popular sights for tourists.
Service agreement : AMEN
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Shared a bed with one’s baby : CO-SLEPT
"CO-SLEPT" is the right solution because it means sharing a bed with one's baby, which is a common practice in some cultures for parents and infants to sleep together.
Shell fish? : GAS STATION SUSHI
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Some bank holdings : LIENS
"LIENS" are legal claims on assets, often held by a bank as collateral for a loan. Therefore, "Some bank holdings" can refer to "LIENS" as the assets that the bank holds a legal claim to.
Some carry-ons : VALISES
The word "valises" refers to a type of carry-on luggage, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Some carry-ons."
Something ending in “K,” perhaps : RACE
The answer "RACE" fits because a race is an event that can end in a "K," such as a 5K or 10K race.
Sport used to train aerial gunners during W.W. II : SKEET
The sport of skeet shooting was used to train aerial gunners during World War II to improve their accuracy in shooting moving targets.
Stand : RISE
"RISE" is the right solution because when you "stand," you typically go from a sitting or lying position to a standing position, which involves rising up.
Start of an apology : MEA …
The answer "MEA" fits the clue "Start of an apology" because it is the beginning of the word "mea culpa," which is a Latin phrase meaning "my fault" and is often used in apologies.
Still competitive : IN IT
"Still competitive" can be expressed as being "in it" or still actively participating or involved in a competition or activity.
Syd who co-founded Pink Floyd : BARRETT
Barrett is the right answer because Syd Barrett was a founding member of Pink Floyd.
Ways to go : AVENUES
The word "Ways" can be synonymous with "avenues," which means methods or routes to achieve something.
___ Delle Donne, two-time W.N.B.A. M.V.P. : ELENA
Elena Delle Donne is a professional basketball player who has won the Women's National Basketball Association (W.N.B.A.) Most Valuable Player (M.V.P.) award twice, making "ELENA" the correct answer.
___ issue : WEDGE
The answer "WEDGE" fits the clue "___ issue" because a wedge is a type of tool used to create separation or division, which can be related to an issue causing division or conflict.
“Beat it!” : VAMOOSE!
The answer "SHOO!" is the right solution for the clue "Beat it!" because "shoo" is a common word used to shoo away or drive away someone or something.
“Buy U A Drank” singer : T-PAIN
T-Pain is a rapper and singer known for the song "Buy U A Drank," so he is the correct answer to the clue.
“Hmm …” : NOW, LET’S SEE …
The answer "NOW, LET’S SEE …" fits the clue "Hmm..." because it suggests a moment of contemplation or consideration, which is often expressed with a similar phrase like "Now, let's see..." in casual conversation.
“Likewise” : AS AM I
The answer "SO DO I" is the right solution because it means "likewise" or "me too" in response to a statement or action. It is a short and simple way of expressing agreement.
“Now I get it” : AH, OK
The answer "AHA" is the right solution because it is a common expression used to indicate a sudden understanding or realization.