Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 7 May 2024, Tuesday (05-07-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Bee-related prefix : API-
The prefix "API-" is commonly used in words related to bees, such as "apiculture" (beekeeping) and "apidae" (bee family).
Bring before a judge, say : HAUL UP
"Haul up" is a phrase that means to bring someone before a judge or authority for questioning or trial. In this context, "haul" implies forcibly bringing someone, while "up" suggests bringing them to a higher authority, like a judge.
Burn slightly : CHAR
The word "sear" means to burn or scorch slightly. Therefore, it is the right solution for the clue "Burn slightly."
Caesar or Cicero : ROMAN
"Caesar" and "Cicero" are both famous figures from ancient Rome, so the word that fits both of them is "ROMAN."
Capital of Zambia : LUSAKA
Lusaka is the capital of Zambia.
Cartoonist Hoff who wrote “Danny and the Dinosaur” : SYD
Syd Hoff is the cartoonist who wrote the children's book "Danny and the Dinosaur," making "SYD" the correct answer.
Charles Willson ___, George Washington portraitist whose name is apt for this puzzle’s theme : PEALE
The answer is "PEALE" because Charles Willson Peale was a famous portraitist who painted a well-known portrait of George Washington, making his name apt for a puzzle theme about famous painters.
Company that has engaged in trademark battles over the letter “i” : APPLE
Apple has engaged in trademark battles over the lowercase "i" in products such as the iPhone, iPad, and iMac, making it the correct answer to this clue.
Deep-fried Mexican snack : CHALUPA
The answer "CHALUPA" fits the clue "Deep-fried Mexican snack" because a chalupa is a traditional Mexican dish made by deep-frying a corn tortilla until it becomes crispy and then topping it with various ingredients like meat, beans, cheese, and salsa.
Dejected expression? : I’M SAD
The answer "I'M SAD" fits the clue "Dejected expression?" because it is a phrase that directly conveys a feeling of sadness or dejection in a straightforward manner.
Deplorable : AWFUL
The word "awful" is a synonym for "deplorable," meaning extremely bad or unpleasant. It fits the clue well.
Dilemma : QUANDARY
"Quandary" is a synonym for "dilemma," meaning a difficult situation or problem with two possible solutions. It fits the clue because it captures the sense of being in a state of uncertainty or perplexity.
Door-to-door salesman in a classic Arthur Miller play : WILLY LOMAN
In the classic Arthur Miller play "Death of a Salesman," the main character and door-to-door salesman is named Willy Loman. Therefore, the answer to the clue "Door-to-door salesman in a classic Arthur Miller play" is "WILLY LOMAN."
Ewe’s mate : RAM
The mate of a female sheep, or ewe, is a male sheep, which is called a RAM.
Features of deerstalker hats : EARLAPS
The answer "EARLAPS" fits the clue because earlaps are a common feature of deerstalker hats, which are known for their distinctive flaps that cover the ears.
Field in Silicon Valley : TECH
The answer "TECH" is the right solution because Silicon Valley is known for its technology industry, so "TECH" is a common abbreviation for technology in this context.
Greeted someone from a distance : WAVED HI
The answer "WAVED HI" fits the clue because waving is a common way to greet someone from a distance, and saying "hi" is a common friendly greeting.
Greets with acclaim : HERALDS
The word "heralds" means to greet or announce with enthusiasm or acclaim. It fits the clue "Greets with acclaim" perfectly.
Gymnast Korbut : OLGA
The answer to "Gymnast Korbut" is "OLGA" because Olga Korbut is a famous gymnast known for her performances in the 1972 and 1976 Olympics.
Height : Prefix
High-I.Q. society : MENSA
MENSA is a high-I.Q. society that requires its members to score at the 98th percentile or higher on a standardized intelligence test. Therefore, it is the correct answer to the clue "High-I.Q. society."
In good spirits : HAPPY
The word "happy" is synonymous with being in good spirits, feeling joyful or content.
Japanese dog breed : AKITA
The Japanese dog breed commonly known as "Akita" is a popular breed originating from Japan, known for its loyalty and strength. It is a well-known breed with a distinct appearance, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Japanese dog breed."
Like Easter Island : CHILEAN
The answer "CHILEAN" is correct because Easter Island is a territory of Chile, making it Chilean.
Like marbled beef or blue cheese : VEINY
The word "veiny" describes the characteristic appearance of marbled beef or blue cheese, which both have visible streaks or lines running through them, resembling veins.
Like New Zealand vis-à-vis New Jersey, by population : SMALLER
The answer "SMALLER" fits because New Zealand has a smaller population compared to New Jersey.
Material for checkered pajamas : FLANNEL
Flannel is a soft woven fabric commonly used for pajamas, and it is often patterned with a checkered design, making it a suitable material for checkered pajamas.
Member of an old Peruvian empire : INCA
The Inca Empire was an old Peruvian empire that existed in South America. Therefore, the answer "INCA" fits the clue "Member of an old Peruvian empire."
Micronesian nation made up of hundreds of islands : PALAU
The Micronesian nation made up of hundreds of islands is Palau because Palau is an island country in the western Pacific Ocean consisting of over 340 islands.
N.Y.C. home to Matisse’s “La Danse” : MOMA
The answer "MOMA" stands for the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, which is indeed home to Matisse's famous artwork "La Danse."
Nicolas Cage’s co-star in “Moonstruck” : CHER
The answer is "CHER" because Cher starred alongside Nicolas Cage in the movie "Moonstruck."
Nobelist who conditioned dogs to salivate : IVAN PAVLOV
IVAN PAVLOV was a Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning. He conducted experiments with dogs, where he would ring a bell before feeding them. Eventually, the dogs would salivate at the sound of the bell, even without food present. This demonstrated the concept of conditioned reflexes, making IVAN PAVLOV the right answer for this clue.
Oleaginous : OILY
"Oleaginous" means oily or greasy, so the answer "OILY" fits perfectly as it is a synonym for the word in the clue.
Opposite of none : ALL
The opposite of "none," which means not any, is "all," which means every one or everything.
Pale shade of gray : ASH
The answer "ASH" is a pale shade of gray commonly associated with the color of ashes from a fire.
Paleozoic, Mesozoic, Cenozoic, etc. : ERAS
The term "ERAS" refers to the different geological time periods: Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic are examples of eras in the geologic time scale.
Pointer : TIP
The word "pointer" suggests something that directs or guides you in the right direction. Similarly, a "hint" is a subtle clue that helps you find the solution. Therefore, "hint" is the right answer for the crossword clue "Pointer."
Really feels yesterday’s workout, say : ACHES
The answer "ACHES" fits because it refers to the soreness or discomfort one might feel after a workout, which is a common symptom of muscle aches.
Remedy for swelling, perhaps : ICE BAG
"Ice bag" is a remedy for swelling because applying ice to a swollen area can help reduce inflammation and pain. It is a common treatment for injuries like sprains or strains.
Remember this! : THE ALAMO
Roadie’s load : AMP
The answer "AMP" is a common abbreviation for amplifier, which is a piece of equipment that roadies often handle and transport for musicians.
Sch. with campuses in Amherst and Dartmouth : UMASS
UMASS stands for University of Massachusetts, which has campuses in Amherst and Dartmouth.
Scolds : CHIDES
"Scolds" is a clue indicating a synonym for reprimands or rebukes someone. "Chides" fits this definition as it means to scold or reprimand gently.
Shift : MOVE
The word "shift" is a synonym for "move," making "MOVE" the correct answer.
Show appreciation to : THANK
"Show appreciation to" is a clue for a 5-letter word. The word "THANK" fits the clue because to thank someone is to show appreciation towards them.
Sign up for the army : ENLIST
The answer "ENLIST" fits the clue "Sign up for the army" because enlisting means officially joining the military.
Singer Kitt : EARTHA
Eartha Kitt was a famous singer and actress known for her distinctive voice and performances. She is a well-known figure in the entertainment industry, making "Eartha" the correct answer for the clue "Singer Kitt."
Some O.R. staffers : RNS
"RNS" stands for Registered Nurses, who are commonly found among Operating Room (O.R.) staffers.
Sound of enlightenment : AHA!
The answer "AHA!" represents the sound one might make when suddenly understanding or realizing something, which can be seen as a moment of enlightenment.
Sounds familiar … or performs an action associated with 16-, 23-, 35- and 47-? : RINGS A BELL
The phrase "sounds familiar" is another way of saying "rings a bell," which is a common expression meaning something is familiar or recognizable. Additionally, the action associated with 16-, 23-, 35-, and 47-letter words is ringing a bell.
Spanish for “she” : ELLA
ELLA is the Spanish word for "she." In Spanish, nouns and pronouns are assigned a gender, and ELLA specifically refers to a female subject.
Specialties of the Kalamata region : OLIVES
The Kalamata region in Greece is known for producing high-quality olives, particularly the Kalamata olive variety. Therefore, "OLIVES" is the right answer for this clue.
Sporty sort : ATHLETE
The answer "ATHLETE" fits the clue "Sporty sort" because an athlete is someone who participates in sports and is known for their physical prowess and skill in a particular sport.
Summer tops : TEES
The answer "TEES" is the right solution because "summer tops" are typically short-sleeved shirts, often referred to as "T-shirts" or "tees" for short.
Terminus : END
The word "end" is a synonym for "terminus," meaning the final point or conclusion of something.
The “cruellest” month, per T.S. Eliot : APRIL
The answer is "APRIL" because T.S. Eliot famously begins his poem "The Waste Land" with the line "April is the cruellest month."
They’ll hold your horses : HALTERS
The answer "HALTERS" fits the clue "They'll hold your horses" because halters are equipment used to lead or tie up horses.
Very basic stuff? : LYE
The answer "LYE" fits the clue "Very basic stuff?" because lye is a strong alkaline substance, making it a literal interpretation of "basic" in a chemical sense.
Very unpopular : HATED
The answer "HATED" fits the clue "Very unpopular" because "hated" means to be intensely disliked or loathed by many people, making it a fitting synonym for being very unpopular.
Victor Hugo character who works at Notre Dame : QUASIMODO
Quasimodo is the hunchbacked bell ringer in Victor Hugo's novel "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," who works at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Weapon for a joust : LANCE
The answer "LANCE" is correct because a lance is a long weapon used by knights in a jousting competition to unhorse their opponents.
What’s up? : SKY
Whom a Salvation Army volunteer might dress as : SANTA CLAUS
The Salvation Army volunteers often dress up as Santa Claus during the holiday season to collect donations. This makes "SANTA CLAUS" the right answer for the clue.
Words between “rose” and “rose” and “rose” : … IS A …
The answer is "… IS A …" because it completes the phrase "A rose is a rose is a rose," which was written by Gertrude Stein.
“Am I the problem?” : IS IT ME?
The answer "IS IT ME?" fits the clue "Am I the problem?" because it directly reflects the question being asked in the clue. It is a common phrase used in self-reflection when questioning one's role in a situation.
“Hold your horses, matey!” : AVAST!
"Avast" is a nautical term used to mean "stop" or "hold." In this context, it is a playful way of telling someone to pause or wait, similar to saying "Hold your horses."
“Oh, very funny” : HA-HA
The answer "HA-HA" is the right solution because it represents the sound of laughter, typically used to express amusement or sarcasm.
“That ship ___ sailed” : HAS
The phrase "That ship has sailed" means that an opportunity has passed or is no longer available. The word "has" is the correct choice as it is the present perfect tense of the verb "to sail" in this context.