Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 13 July 2024, Saturday (07-13-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
30-day mo. : SEPT
The answer "SEPT" is short for September, which is a month with 30 days.
About : AS TO
The answer "OR SO" fits the clue "About" because it is a common phrase used to indicate an approximate amount or time. It implies a rough estimate or approximation.
Alley oops? : SEVEN-TEN SPLIT
The clue "Alley oops?" is a play on words, referring to a basketball term "alley-oop" and a bowling term "split." A "seven-ten split" is a challenging bowling split where the bowler needs to knock down the 7 and 10 pins with one ball.
Author whose given name was Alan Alexander : MILNE
The author referred to in the clue is A.A. Milne, whose given name was Alan Alexander. Therefore, the answer is "MILNE."
Broadway honor : TONY NOD
The answer "TONY NOD" is a combination of "Tony" (referring to the prestigious Tony Awards on Broadway) and "nod" (a gesture of recognition or honor), making it a fitting solution for the clue "Broadway honor."
Certain consumer protections : LEMON LAWS
"Lemon laws" are a set of laws that provide consumers with protections and remedies when they purchase a defective vehicle, often referred to as a "lemon."
Company with a “Bra-llelujah!” line : SPANX
The clue "Company with a 'Bra-llelujah!' line" is referring to Spanx, a popular brand known for its comfortable and supportive bras with the trademarked "Bra-llelujah!" line.
Debut feature for DreamWorks Animation : ANTZ
"Antz" is the debut feature film for DreamWorks Animation, released in 1998. It was the first animated film produced by DreamWorks and received positive reviews for its unique storyline and impressive animation for the time.
Desire for a picnic : NO RAIN
The answer "NO RAIN" fits the clue "Desire for a picnic" because picnics are typically enjoyed outdoors, and rain would disrupt or ruin a picnic experience.
Doesn’t go any farther : HALTS
"HALTS" means to come to a stop or cease moving, which fits the clue "Doesn’t go any farther" perfectly.
Dried (off) : TOWELED
The word "Toweled" means to dry off with a towel, making it a fitting answer for the clue "Dried (off)."
Expression of lamentation : AH ME
The answer "AH ME" is a common expression used to convey sorrow or lamentation, making it a fitting response to the clue "Expression of lamentation."
Fanfare : ECLAT
"ECLAT" is the right solution because it is a synonym for "fanfare," which means a showy display or celebration.
Fertilizer compounds : NITRATES
"NITRATES" are compounds commonly found in fertilizers, making them the correct answer to "Fertilizer compounds."
First Muslim actor to win an Academy Award : MAHERSHALA ALI
Mahershala Ali is the first Muslim actor to win an Academy Award, specifically for his role in the movie "Moonlight."
Frustrating players in Go Fish : LIARS
The answer "LIARS" fits the clue because in the game of Go Fish, players may be frustrating if they lie about the cards they have when asked by another player.
Gave a bit of Halloween “decoration,” for short : TP’ED Down 1 Engine type
The answer "TP'ED" for "Gave a bit of Halloween 'decoration,' for short" is correct because TP'ing (short for Toilet Papering) is a common prank where people decorate a house or tree with toilet paper during Halloween.
Good thing : PLUS
The word "PLUS" can mean a good thing or an advantage, making it a suitable answer for the clue "Good thing."
Hint : TINGE
The answer to "Hint" is "CLUE" because a clue is a piece of information that helps solve a puzzle or mystery, and in the context of a crossword, it serves as a hint to find the correct word.
Home of the Peabody Museum of Natural History : YALE
The Peabody Museum of Natural History is located at Yale University, making "YALE" the correct answer.
In a very unfriendly way : ICILY
The word "icily" means in a cold, unfriendly manner, making it a suitable answer for the clue "In a very unfriendly way."
In ___ (completely) : TOTO
Indie rock’s Tame ___ : IMPALA
The answer "IMPALA" fits the clue "Indie rock’s Tame ___" because Tame Impala is an Australian indie rock band.
Iraklion is its capital : CRETE
The answer is "CRETE" because Iraklion is the capital city of the Greek island of Crete.
Jet pack, for short? : USAF
The clue "Jet pack, for short?" is a play on words. In this case, "USAF" stands for the United States Air Force, which is known for using jet packs.
Kernels : GISTS
The word "kernels" can be a synonym for the main points or essential parts of something, which are also known as "gists." So, "gists" is the right solution for this clue.
Learned, perhaps : LITERATE
"LITERATE" is the right answer because being literate means having the ability to read and write, which is a form of learning.
Like some cereal : OATEN
"OATEN" is the right solution because it describes a type of cereal that is made from oats.
Michael K. Williams’s role on “The Wire” : OMAR
"Omar" is the correct answer because Michael K. Williams played the character Omar Little on the TV show "The Wire." Omar is a memorable and iconic character known for his distinctive look and code of ethics.
Mire : FEN
"FEN" is a type of wetland or marshy area, which can be considered a mire. It is a suitable synonym for "mire" in the context of a crossword puzzle.
Musical Dua : LIPA
"LIPA" is the last name of singer and songwriter Dua Lipa. The clue "Musical Dua" is a clever way of hinting at her last name, making "LIPA" the correct answer.
N.Y.C. neighborhood in which the first pizzeria in the United States was opened (1905) : NOLITA
NOLITA is short for "North of Little Italy," which is a neighborhood in NYC. The first pizzeria in the United States, Lombardi's, was opened there in 1905.
Nickname for hoops great Isiah Thomas : ZEKE
"Zeke" is the nickname for Isiah Thomas because it is a common nickname for individuals named "Isaiah."
Not taking half-measures : ALL IN
"ALL IN" means being fully committed or invested in something, not holding back or taking half-measures. This fits the clue "Not taking half-measures" perfectly.
Notoriety : ILL REPUTE
"Illfame" means the state of being well-known for something bad or disreputable, which is the definition of "notoriety". Therefore, "Illfame" is the right solution for the crossword clue "Notoriety".
Olympian Sebastian : COE
Sebastian Coe is a former Olympic athlete and a current sports administrator. "Coe" is a common shorthand for his last name in crossword puzzles.
Org. whose members work to get tips? : NBA
The NBA stands for the National Basketball Association, whose members (players) work to get tips (baskets) during games.
Parts of jazz combos : SAXES
"SAXES" is the right solution because saxophones are commonly found in jazz combos, along with other instruments like trumpets, pianos, and drums.
Place : STEAD
"Place" can be used as a verb meaning to put something in a particular position, which is synonymous with the word "put."
Prince Harry’s real first name : HENRY
The answer is "HENRY" because Prince Harry's real first name is Henry, with Harry being a nickname for Henry.
Sam of “Jurassic Park” : NEILL
Sam Neill is the actor who portrayed the character Dr. Alan Grant in the movie "Jurassic Park." Therefore, "Sam of 'Jurassic Park'" refers to Sam Neill.
Sample offer : TASTE THIS
Serving dishes? : GOSSIPY
The answer "GOSSIPY" fits the clue "Serving dishes?" because it plays on the idea that gossip is served or dished out to others. It's a clever play on words that leads to the correct answer.
Shakespearean killer : ASP
The answer "ASP" is the right solution because an "ASP" is a type of venomous snake, and in Shakespearean times, a common way to kill someone was by using a venomous snake like an asp.
Some Depression-era public art : WPA MURALS
The WPA (Works Progress Administration) was a New Deal agency during the Great Depression that funded public works projects, including murals. So, "WPA MURALS" are a type of Depression-era public art created under this program.
Someone who knows the drill, informally? : SARGE
"SARGE" is a term often used to refer to a sergeant in the military, who is someone with experience and knowledge of procedures, hence someone who "knows the drill."
Sought for help, say : RAN TO
"RAN TO" is the right solution because the phrase "sought for help" indicates that someone is looking for assistance, and "RAN TO" implies quickly seeking help or support from someone or somewhere.
Strictly adhere (to) : HEW
"Hew" means to strictly adhere or conform to something, making it the right solution for the clue "Strictly adhere (to)."
Support in a dance studio : BARRE
The answer "BARRE" is the right solution for "Support in a dance studio" because a barre is a horizontal handrail used by ballet dancers for support during exercises.
Swept under the rug, say : HID
The phrase "swept under the rug" is a common idiom meaning to hide or conceal something. "HID" is a synonym for conceal, making it the right answer.
Take-out order? : DELE
"Take-out" is a term used in editing to indicate that a letter or word should be removed. In this case, "DELE" is a term used in proofreading to indicate that something should be deleted, making it the right answer to the clue.
Tibetan ethnic group : SHERPA
The Tibetan ethnic group known as Sherpa is well-known for their expertise in mountain climbing and guiding expeditions in the Himalayas, particularly Mount Everest.
Traffic hang-up : SNARL
"Traffic hang-up" is a common phrase used to describe a situation where traffic is congested or slowed down due to various reasons. The word "snarl" is a perfect fit as it means a tangle or knot, which can be used to describe the tangled mess of traffic causing a hang-up.
Twisted Sister’s genre : HAIR METAL
The answer "HAIR METAL" is correct because Twisted Sister is a band associated with the subgenre of heavy metal known for its glam image and catchy, anthemic songs, which is commonly referred to as "hair metal."
Veil material : TULLE
Tulle is a lightweight, fine netting fabric commonly used for veils, making it the correct answer for the clue "Veil material."
Wake-up calls : REVEILLES
The answer "ALARMS" is the right solution because it refers to the devices that are used to wake people up in the morning. They make a loud noise or sound to alert individuals and help them wake up on time.
Where “music and passion were always the fashion,” in song : COPA
The Copa is a famous nightclub in New York City mentioned in the song "Copacabana" by Barry Manilow. The lyrics of the song mention that at the Copa, "music and passion were always the fashion," making "COPA" the correct answer to the clue.
Word often in parentheses on a form : OPTIONAL
The word "OPTIONAL" is often written in parentheses on a form to indicate that providing the information is not required but is a choice.
___ vincit amor : OMNIA
The phrase "___ vincit amor" is a Latin quote meaning "love conquers all." The answer "OMNIA" fits perfectly as it means "all" in Latin, completing the phrase.
“Fat chance!” : LIKE HELL I WILL!
“Oh, why not!” : YEAH, SURE!
The phrase "Oh, why not?!" usually implies a willingness to do something, and "SURE" is a response that indicates agreement or affirmation.
“Sorry, that’s enough out of me” : I’LL SHUT UP
The answer "I'LL SHUT UP" fits the clue "Sorry, that's enough out of me" because it conveys the idea of stopping talking or being quiet in a polite way.
“We’ve been had!” : IT’S A SETUP!
The answer "IT’S A SETUP!" fits the clue "We’ve been had!" because it suggests that a deceptive plan or scheme has been carried out against the person, indicating they have been tricked or deceived.