Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 9 June 2025, Monday (06-09-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
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A Beermaker’s supply : BREWER’S YEAST
"BREWER'S YEAST" is the right solution because it is a key ingredient used by beermakers in the fermentation process to convert sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide, essential for brewing beer.
A By way of : VIA
"By way of" indicates using a particular route or method to reach a destination, which aligns with the meaning of "VIA," making it the correct answer.
A Cloth at a car wash : RAG
"RAG" is the right solution because a rag is commonly used at a car wash to wipe and clean the car's surfaces. It is a simple and effective tool for cleaning.
A Cloudless : CLEAR
The word "clear" is often used to describe a sky without any clouds, making it a fitting answer to the clue "A Cloudless."
A Dangerous thing to be inside : BELLY OF THE BEAST
The phrase "belly of the beast" is a metaphorical expression referring to being in a dangerous or threatening situation. It implies being in the most dangerous or vulnerable part of something, like being inside the stomach of a dangerous creature.
A Did something exceptionally well, in slang : ATE
The word "ate" is slang for doing something exceptionally well, like "He really ate that test." It is commonly used in sports and competitive contexts to describe someone performing at a high level.
A Easter or Passover, but not Christmas : MOVABLE FEAST
The answer "MOVABLE FEAST" fits because Easter and Passover are both movable feasts, meaning their dates change each year based on different calendars. Unlike Christmas, which is a fixed date on December 25th.
A Great delight : GLEE
The word "GLEE" means great delight or joy, making it a fitting answer to the clue "A Great delight."
A Info gathered by spies : INTEL
The answer "INTEL" is short for intelligence, which is information gathered by spies.
A Insurance filing : CLAIM
The answer "CLAIM" fits because when you file a claim with an insurance company, you are making a formal request for payment due to an event covered by your insurance policy.
A Kimono-clad entertainer : GEISHA
The answer "GEISHA" fits the clue "A Kimono-clad entertainer" because a geisha is a traditional Japanese entertainer who wears a kimono while performing various arts such as dance, music, and conversation with guests.
A Lent a hand to : AIDED
The answer "AIDED" fits the clue "A Lent a hand to" because "Aid" means to help or support someone, and "Aided" is the past tense of this verb, indicating that someone has given assistance to another person.
A Linger (on) : DWELL
The clue "A Linger (on)" indicates that we are looking for a word that means to stay or remain in a place for a prolonged period of time. The answer "DWELL" fits this description as it means to live in or stay at a place for an extended period.
A Music genre modifier : ALT-
"ALT-" is a common prefix used to indicate alternative music genres, such as alt-rock or alt-pop. It is a well-known abbreviation in the music industry.
A Not too many : A FEW
The phrase "A few" is a common expression that means "not too many." In this context, "A few" is the appropriate answer to the clue "A Not too many."
A Pond honker : GOOSE
The term "honker" is a colloquial way to refer to the sound that a goose makes, which is a honking noise. Therefore, the answer "GOOSE" fits the clue "A Pond honker" as geese are known for honking sounds.
A Record-holder’s suffix : -EST
The suffix "-est" is added to adjectives to show the superlative form, meaning the highest degree of comparison. In the context of the clue "A Record-holder’s suffix," "-est" indicates the highest or most extreme quality, making it the correct answer.
A Refill at a Shell station, say : GAS UP
The answer "GAS UP" fits because it means to refuel a vehicle with gasoline, which is what you would do at a Shell gas station.
A Relative of a rapier : SABER
"SABER" is the right solution because a saber is a type of sword that is related to a rapier, as they are both bladed weapons used for fencing or combat.
A Scampering rodent : RAT
A scampering rodent is commonly associated with a rat due to their quick and agile movements, making "RAT" the right answer.
A Side-stepper on a beach : CRAB
The answer "CRAB" fits the clue because crabs are known to move sideways, or "side-step," on beaches.
A Small French eatery : BISTRO
"BISTRO" is the right solution because a bistro is a small French restaurant or eatery, typically serving simple and hearty meals in a casual setting.
A Stinks : ODORS
The answer "ODORS" fits the clue "A Stinks" because odors are unpleasant smells, and stinks can be synonymous with bad smells.
A Top-class : ELITE
"Top-class" is a synonym for "elite," meaning the answer "ELITE" fits the clue well.
A Trumpet blast : BLARE
The word "BLARE" means to make a loud, harsh sound, which is often associated with a trumpet blast.
A Typical Caribbean cruise stop : ISLE
The word "ISLE" is a common term used to refer to a small island, which is a typical Caribbean cruise stop.
A Valentine bouquet : ROSES
The answer "ROSES" fits the clue "A Valentine bouquet" because roses are a popular and traditional flower given on Valentine's Day as a symbol of love and affection.
A Word before dear or after hell : YES
The word "yes" can come before "dear" to form "yes, dear" and after "hell" to form "hell yes," making it the correct answer to the clue.
A ___ and aahed : OOHED
The phrase "oohed and aahed" is a common expression meaning to show appreciation or amazement. In this context, "oohed" is the past tense of "ooh," which is a sound people make to express admiration or excitement.
A “And bringing up the rear …” or an apt description of the ends of 17-, 26- and 46- : LAST BUT NOT LEAST …
The phrase "LAST BUT NOT LEAST" is an apt description for the ends of the answers to the clues 17-, 26-, and 46-, as it signifies something coming at the end, indicating importance despite being mentioned last.
A “I guess I get the joke …” : HEH …
The answer "HEH ..." is a casual way to express understanding or amusement in response to a joke. It fits the clue "A 'I guess I get the joke ...'" as it indicates a subtle acknowledgment of understanding the humor.
A “Leave me ___!” : ALONE
The answer "ALONE" fits the clue "A 'Leave me ___!'" because when someone says "Leave me alone!" they are asking to be left by themselves.
A “Slap me five!” : UP TOP!
"Up top!" is a common expression used before a high five, making it the correct answer to the clue "A 'Slap me five!'"
A “Uh-huh!” : YUP!
"YUP!" is a casual and informal way of saying "Uh-huh!" in conversation, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
D Any of several kings of Norway : OLAV
Olav is a common Norwegian name, and several kings of Norway have been named Olav. Therefore, "Olav" is a fitting answer for the clue "Any of several kings of Norway."
D Arriving at 8 : 00 for a 7
D Assist with a crime : ABET
"ABET" means to assist or encourage someone to commit a crime. In this clue, "D" is a common abbreviation for "assist," making "ABET" the right answer.
D At ___ end (frazzled) : WITS’
The phrase "at ___ end" means feeling frazzled or stressed. The word that fits in the blank and means intelligence or mental sharpness is "WITS." So, "D At ___ end (frazzled)" is asking for "WITS'."
D Attire : GARB
The word "attire" is a synonym for clothing or garments, which can be referred to as "garb."
D Bart Simpson’s bus driver : OTTO
OTTO is the right answer because in "The Simpsons" TV show, Otto is the name of the character who is the school bus driver for Springfield Elementary School.
D Canadian gasoline brand : ESSO
"ESSO" is a Canadian gasoline brand that is well-known and commonly used across the country. It fits the clue provided.
D Captain Hook’s right-hand man : SMEE
SMEE is Captain Hook's right-hand man in the story of Peter Pan. This character is a loyal and bumbling assistant to Captain Hook, making SMEE the correct answer to the clue.
D Clickable address : URL
"URL" stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is a clickable address that directs you to a specific webpage on the internet.
D Colorful puppy of children’s TV : BLUEY
"BLUEY" is the right solution because it is the name of a colorful puppy character from the popular children's TV show called "Bluey."
D Court order : WRIT
A court order can be referred to as a "writ" in legal terminology.
D Court surface for the French Open : CLAY
The answer is "CLAY" because the French Open is played on clay courts, which are made of crushed brick, stone, or shale.
D Follower of Haile Selassie, informally : RASTA
"Rasta" is the right solution because it is a common informal term for a follower of Haile Selassie, who is considered a divine figure in the Rastafarian religion.
D Game with Skip cards : UNO
UNO is a popular card game that includes Skip cards as part of its gameplay, making it the correct answer to the clue "Game with Skip cards."
D Georg ___, longtime Chicago Symphony conductor : SOLTI
Solti is the right answer because Georg Solti was a longtime conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
D Groundhog’s home : HOLE
The answer "HOLE" fits the clue "D Groundhog’s home" because groundhogs are known for digging and living in underground burrows or holes.
D Hitchcock film given an R rating 24 years after its release : PSYCHO
"Psycho" is a film directed by Alfred Hitchcock that was given an R rating 24 years after its release due to its graphic content, including violence and nudity. The answer fits the clue because it matches the description of the film and the timing of the rating change.
D Individuals : ONES
The word "ONES" is a pronoun that can be used to refer to individuals, making it a fitting answer to the clue "D Individuals."
D Momentary slip : LAPSE
The answer "LAPSE" fits the clue "Momentary slip" because a lapse is a brief period of inattention or error.
D Moves obliquely : SIDLES
SIDLES is the right solution because it means to move sideways in a sneaky or cautious manner, which fits the clue "Moves obliquely."
D Niels ___, physicist portrayed by Kenneth Branagh in “Oppenheimer” : BOHR
Danish physicist Niels Bohr is a well-known figure in the field of physics, particularly for his contributions to quantum theory. Kenneth Branagh portrayed J. Robert Oppenheimer in a film, not Niels Bohr. So, the answer "BOHR" is a play on words, using Niels Bohr's last name to fill in the blank.
D Old wives’ ___ : TALE
The phrase "old wives' tale" refers to a traditional belief or story that is often untrue or based on superstition. Therefore, the answer "TALE" fits the clue as it completes the phrase.
D One could be dominant or recessive : TRAIT
The answer is "TRAIT" because a trait can be either dominant or recessive when referring to genetics. Dominant traits are more likely to be expressed, while recessive traits are less likely to be seen.
D Opposite of WSW : ENE
The opposite of WSW on a compass rose is ENE because they are 8 points or 90 degrees apart.
D Outliers in the data : EDGE CASES
"EDGE CASES" refers to data points that lie at the extreme ends of a distribution and are considered unusual or atypical. These outliers can have a significant impact on analysis and decision-making.
D Pinocchio, at times : LIAR
The answer "LIAR" fits because Pinocchio is known for lying, so "Pinocchio, at times" suggests someone who lies, which is a "liar."
D Place for a flower box : SILL
The answer "SILL" fits the clue because a window sill is a common place for a flower box to be placed.
D Quarterback Manning : ELI
Eli Manning is a well-known quarterback who played for the New York Giants in the NFL. The clue "D Quarterback Manning" is a hint pointing to Eli Manning as the answer.
D River animal often seen on its back : OTTER
The D River is located in Oregon and is known for its population of otters that are commonly seen floating on their backs in the water. Therefore, the answer "OTTER" fits the clue.
D Shoot for the stars : DREAM BIG
The phrase "shoot for the stars" means to aim high or have ambitious goals. Therefore, the best way to interpret this phrase is to "DREAM BIG," which captures the essence of aiming high and having lofty aspirations.
D Singer of the theme song to “Skyfall” : ADELE
The answer is "ADELE" because Adele is the singer who performed the theme song for the James Bond movie "Skyfall."
D Sphere : ORB
"ORB" is a synonym for sphere, often used in literature and poetry.
D Sporting equipment that is French for “sword” : EPEE
The answer "EPEE" is the right solution because an epee is a type of sporting equipment used in the sport of fencing, and the word "epee" is French for "sword."
D Spot for valuables : SAFE
The answer "SAFE" fits the clue "D Spot for valuables" because a safe is a secure place where valuable items are kept to protect them from theft or damage.
D Spurned : REBUFFED
The word "spurned" means rejected or dismissed, which is synonymous with "rebuffed."
D Stretches of baking days? : HEAT WAVES
The answer "HEAT WAVES" fits the clue "D Stretches of baking days" because heat waves are periods of abnormally hot weather, often characterized by high temperatures and prolonged periods of heat.
D Utah skiing area : ALTA
ALTA is a skiing area located in Utah, known for its challenging terrain and abundant snowfall.
D Vast void : ABYSS
The word "abyss" means a vast void, typically referring to a deep or immeasurable space. It fits the clue perfectly.
D Web address starter : HTTP
The answer is "HTTP" because it is a common protocol used at the beginning of web addresses to indicate how data should be transmitted.
D ___ Lingus : AER
Aer Lingus is the flag carrier airline of Ireland, and "AER" is the IATA airline code for Aer Lingus.