Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 27 June 2025, Friday (06-27-25). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
A A real piece of work? : OPUS
The clue "A real piece of work?" is a play on words. "Opus" is a term used to refer to a musical or artistic work, making it a fitting answer.
A Big 12 athlete : UTE
The University of Utah's sports teams are known as the Utes, so "UTE" is a fitting answer for a Big 12 athlete.
A Big ___ : SUR
A Bossy bosses : MICROMANAGERS
"MICROMANAGERS" fits the clue "A Bossy bosses" because micromanagers are known for closely overseeing and controlling every detail of their employees' work, exhibiting a bossy and controlling behavior.
A Bothered no end : ATE AT
The phrase "A Bothered no end" can be interpreted as something that annoys or irritates continuously. "ATE AT" is a common expression meaning to bother or irritate persistently, making it the right solution for the clue.
A Connection point : NODE
A "node" is a point in a network where multiple connections intersect or branch out, making it a connection point.
A Electronics giant listed on Taiwan’s stock exchange : ASUS
ASUS is a well-known electronics giant that is listed on Taiwan's stock exchange, making it the correct answer to the clue.
A First nation to restore its independence from the Soviet Union : LITHUANIA
Lithuania was one of the first nations to declare independence from the Soviet Union in 1990, marking a significant moment in history.
A Gelled : SET
The word "set" can mean to become fixed or solidified, which is similar to the process of gelling.
A Hypocorism for Harold : HAL
The answer "HAL" is a common short form or hypocorism for the name "Harold." It is a well-known abbreviation for the name in various contexts.
A Language mutually intelligible with Hindi : URDU
Urdu is a language that is mutually intelligible with Hindi because they share a lot of vocabulary and grammatical structures, making it easier for speakers of one language to understand the other.
A Lee with 50+ cameos : STAN
Stan Lee is a well-known comic book writer and editor who frequently made cameo appearances in various Marvel movies. He is famous for having over 50 cameos in Marvel films, making "STAN" the correct answer for the clue.
A Many A.E.D. users : EMTS
The answer "EMTS" fits the clue "A Many A.E.D. users" because EMTs, or Emergency Medical Technicians, are often the first responders who use Automated External Defibrillators (A.E.D.) to help save lives in medical emergencies.
A Measured by walking : PACED
The word "paced" means measured by walking, as it refers to moving at a steady speed by taking regular steps.
A Motto of the United Farm Workers of America : SI, SE PUEDE
"SI, SE PUEDE" is the motto of the United Farm Workers of America, which translates to "Yes, we can" in English. It is a rallying cry for empowerment and encouragement, making it the right solution for the clue.
A Nails : ACES
The phrase "A Nails" can be rearranged to form the word "ACES." This is a common crossword clue where the letters in the clue can be rearranged to spell out the answer.
A One making the first move? : PAWN
The clue "A One making the first move?" is a wordplay hint. In chess, the piece that moves first is the "PAWN," making it the correct answer.
A Patterns for criminologists, in brief : MOS
"MOS" is the right solution because it is a common abbreviation for "Modus Operandi," which refers to a criminal's method of operation or pattern of behavior.
A Places to bear witness? : ZOOS
The answer "ZOOS" fits the clue "A place to bear witness" because zoos are locations where people can observe and witness various animals in captivity.
A R&B star with a hyphen in his name : NE-YO
NE-YO is an R&B star known for hits like "So Sick" and "Miss Independent." The clue specifies a star with a hyphen in his name, which matches NE-YO's name format.
A Rooibos, by another name : RED TEA
The answer "RED TEA" is correct because Rooibos tea is also known as red tea due to its reddish-brown color when brewed.
A Scene-setting words : SO THERE WE WERE
"SO THERE WE WERE" is a common phrase used to start a story or set the scene by describing a situation or location. It fits the clue "A Scene-setting words" because it indicates the beginning of a narrative or description.
A Seaside divers : TERNS
The answer "TERNS" fits the clue "A Seaside divers" because terns are seabirds known for their diving abilities to catch fish.
A Some customer service workers : AGENTS
The answer "AGENTS" fits the clue because customer service workers are often referred to as agents, who assist and support customers with their inquiries and concerns.
A Something fans have : TEAM SPIRIT
The answer "TEAM SPIRIT" fits the clue "A Something fans have" because fans of a sports team or group often have a strong sense of unity, support, and camaraderie, which is referred to as "team spirit."
A Title akin to Mme. : SRA
"SRA" is the correct answer because it is an abbreviation for the Spanish title "Señora," which is equivalent to "Madame" in English.
A Toy that’s often quadrilateral with symmetry across its diagonal : KITE
A kite is a toy that is often quadrilateral in shape, with symmetry across its diagonal. When a kite is flying in the air, its two diagonally opposite sides are equal in length, creating symmetry.
A Unwanted ones may linger : ODORS
The answer "ODORS" fits the clue because unwanted odors can linger in a space, making them unwanted.
A Warren or Warnock : Abbr.
The answer "Abbr." stands for abbreviation. In this case, "A Warren or Warnock" are both abbreviated as "A" for Amy Warren and "A" for Raphael Warnock.
A What had a real boom in development in the early 20th century? : TNT
TNT stands for trinitrotoluene, an explosive that saw significant development and use in the early 20th century, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
A Whichever : ANY
The clue "A Whichever" is asking for a word that means any one, regardless of which one. The word "ANY" fits this definition perfectly.
A Works that might include maps of fictional lands : FANTASY NOVELS
The answer "FANTASY NOVELS" fits the clue because fantasy novels often include maps of fictional lands to help readers visualize the worlds in which the stories take place.
A ___ caterpillar, southern U.S. insect known for its toxic sting : ASP
The term "ASP" refers to a type of caterpillar found in the southern United States that is known for its toxic sting.
A “Get off my ___!” : CASE Down 1D Chicken ___ (breaded Japanese entree)
A “So it goes” : SUCH IS LIFE
The phrase "So it goes" is often used to express acceptance of life's uncertainties or tragedies. "Such is life" is a common saying that carries a similar meaning, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
D Actor Hawke of “Boyhood” : ETHAN
D All geared up : FITTED OUT
The phrase "geared up" means prepared or equipped, and "fitted out" is a synonym for this. So, "D All geared up" can be represented by "FITTED OUT" in the crossword.
D Bel ___ (Italian cheese) : PAESE
The answer is "PAESE" because "D Bel ___" is a clue for the cheese "Bel Paese," and "PAESE" is the missing part of the name.
D Clinch a victory : ICE IT
"Ice it" is a common phrase in sports that means to secure or clinch a victory. In this context, "ice" refers to making something certain or final.
D Ending with adept or alert : -NESS
The suffix "-ness" can be added to adjectives like "adept" or "alert" to turn them into nouns, indicating a quality or state of being.
D Feature of many a deluxe Swiss Army knife : SAW
The answer "SAW" fits the clue because a saw is a common feature found on many deluxe Swiss Army knives. It is a tool used for cutting through various materials, making it a useful and versatile addition to the knife.
D Food with eyes, informally : SPUD
The answer "SPUD" is the right solution because it is a slang term for a potato, which is a type of food that can be said to have "eyes" or sprouts.
D Found a parking spot : SAT
The answer "SAT" fits the clue because in this context, "D" stands for "driver" and "SAT" indicates that the driver found a parking spot and is now stationary.
D Half of a Jungian syzygy : ANIMA
The term "syzygy" in Jungian psychology refers to the pairing of opposites, such as anima (the feminine aspect within a man) and animus (the masculine aspect within a woman). Therefore, the answer "ANIMA" fits the clue "D Half of a Jungian syzygy" as it represents one half of this psychological pairing.
D It’s not observed in Hawaii : Abbr.
The answer "Abbr." is the right solution because the clue is asking for a shortened form or abbreviation for the word "it's not observed in Hawaii," which is "Daylight Saving Time."
D Kind of zone : EROGENOUS
D Ladle cradle : SPOON REST
A spoon rest is a kitchen tool used to hold a spoon or ladle while cooking to keep countertops clean. The term "cradle" in the clue suggests a resting place, making "SPOON REST" the correct answer.
D Lake that’s home to South Bass Island : ERIE
Lake Erie is the lake that is home to South Bass Island. The letter "D" is a clue indicating that the answer should be a four-letter word starting with the letter "E," making "ERIE" the correct answer.
D Mass reply? : AMEN
The clue "D Mass reply?" is a wordplay clue. "D" is a common abbreviation for "Mass" in the Catholic Church. The reply that is often said during Mass is "AMEN." So, "AMEN" is the right solution because it fits the wordplay of the clue.
D More agreeable : NICER
"Nicer" means more agreeable or pleasant, making it the right solution for the clue "D More agreeable."
D One of seven farewells in “So Long, Farewell” : ADIEU
The answer "ADIEU" fits the clue because "Adieu" is a French word for farewell, and the clue mentions "farewells" in the song "So Long, Farewell" from The Sound of Music.
D Ribbed pants, informally : CORDS
The answer "CORDS" fits the clue "D Ribbed pants, informally" because "CORDS" is a common informal term for corduroy pants, which are a type of ribbed fabric often used for pants.
D Ride : TEASE
The answer "TEASE" fits the clue "D Ride" because it is a type of ride that starts with the letter "D" and can mean a short, playful or flirtatious ride or journey.
D Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, for one : MONGOOSE
The answer "MONGOOSE" fits because Rikki-Tikki-Tavi is a famous mongoose character in Rudyard Kipling's short story, known for his bravery in fighting cobras.
D Rummages (through) : SIFTS
"SIFTS" is the right solution because to sift means to rummage through something carefully or thoroughly, making it a fitting answer to the clue.
D Scientist whose “number” is a dimensionless ratio : MACH
The letter "M" is the symbol for the Mach number, which is a dimensionless ratio used in fluid dynamics to represent the speed of an object moving through a fluid medium, often used in the context of supersonic speed.
D Shops for a short time? : POP-UP STORES
The answer "POP-UP STORES" fits because a pop-up store is a temporary retail space that "pops up" for a short period of time to sell merchandise.
D Sitar, e.g. : LUTE
The answer "LUTE" fits the clue "D Sitar, e.g." because both the sitar and the lute are musical instruments.
D Smart guy? : ALEC
The answer "ALEC" fits because it is a common short form of the name Alexander, which is often associated with intelligence or being a "smart guy."
D So : VERY
The answer "VERY" is derived from the clue "D So" by taking the letter "D" and adding it to the word "So" to get "VERY".
D Some flowers or magazine issues : ANNUALS
The answer "ANNUALS" fits the clue because both flowers and magazine issues that come out once a year are referred to as "annuals."
D Sudden, huge successes : RUNAWAY HITS
The answer "RUNAWAY HITS" fits because it refers to sudden, huge successes in various fields like music, movies, or books. The term "runaway" suggests something that quickly gains widespread popularity or success, making it a suitable answer for the clue.
D Teenage Salinger heroine : ESME
ESME is the name of a teenage heroine in J.D. Salinger's short story "For Esme with Love and Squalor." The clue is asking for a teenage Salinger heroine, making ESME the correct answer.
D Tough breaks : RAW DEALS
The phrase "raw deals" is a common expression meaning unfair or unfavorable situations, which fits the clue "Tough breaks" well.
D Word meaning “since” in a seasonal song : SYNE
The word "syne" is a Scottish word that means "since." In the song "Auld Lang Syne," the word is used to mean "since long ago" or "for old times' sake."
D “America the Beautiful” has four of them : STANZAS
The answer "STANZAS" is correct because a stanza is a group of lines in a poem, and "America the Beautiful" has four distinct sections or stanzas within the song.
D “This is the beginning” : START HERE
The answer "START HERE" fits the clue "This is the beginning" as it literally means to begin at this point.