Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 2 September 2024, Monday (09-02-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Actress Hinds of “9-1-1” : AISHA
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Advanced deg. for creative types : MFA
"MFA" stands for Master of Fine Arts, which is an advanced degree commonly pursued by creative individuals in fields such as writing, visual arts, and performing arts.
Agile for one’s age : SPRY
The word "spry" means nimble or agile, especially for one's age. It is a common term used to describe someone who is lively and active, typically in their older years.
Alaska native : INUK
The answer "INUK" is the right solution because it refers to a member of the indigenous people of Alaska, known as the Inuit.
Approach : NEAR
The word "approach" means to come closer to something or someone. The word "near" is a synonym for this meaning, making it the right answer for the crossword clue.
Barn topper : VANE
The answer "VANE" is the right solution because a vane is a device often found on top of a barn that indicates the direction of the wind.
Black wood : EBONY Down 1 Spanish “daddy”
The answer to "Spanish 'daddy'" is "PAPA" because "daddy" translates to "papa" in Spanish.
Card above king : ACE
The card above the king in a standard deck of playing cards is the ace. The ace is considered the highest-ranking card in many card games, including poker and blackjack.
Chess game’s ending : MATE
The term "mate" in chess refers to a checkmate, which is when the opponent's king is in a position to be captured and cannot escape capture. This signifies the end of the game, making "MATE" the correct answer for "Chess game's ending."
Choco ___ (frozen treat with a rhyming name) : TACO
The answer "TACO" fits the clue "Choco ___ (frozen treat with a rhyming name)" because "Choco Taco" is a popular frozen treat that rhymes.
City where the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded : OSLO
The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo, Norway.
Corrects, as a text : EMENDS
The word "emends" means to correct or make revisions to a text, making it the right answer for the clue "Corrects, as a text."
Croatian currency beginning in 2023 : EURO
The Croatian currency, the kuna, is set to be replaced by the euro starting in 2023, making "EURO" the correct answer to the clue.
Dedicated poem : ODE
"ODE" is the right answer because an ode is a type of poem that is typically lyrical in nature and expresses deep feelings or emotions towards a particular subject.
Director Joel or Ethan : COEN
The answer "COEN" is the right solution because Joel and Ethan Coen are famous American film directors known for their work on movies like "Fargo" and "No Country for Old Men."
Does in, in mob slang : OFFS
The term "offs" is mob slang for killing someone, as in "taking someone off." Therefore, "Does in, in mob slang" is a clue that suggests the answer "OFFS."
Eight : Prefix
Engineered embankment : LEVEE
The answer "LEVEE" fits because a levee is a man-made embankment built to prevent flooding.
Finished : OVER
The answer "ALL DONE!" fits the clue "Finished!" because it is a common phrase used to indicate completion or conclusion of a task or activity.
Frequent-___ miles : FLIER
The term "Frequent-___ miles" refers to the miles earned by individuals who frequently fly with a specific airline. The correct answer "FLIER" is a term often used to describe someone who flies frequently, making it a fitting solution to the clue.
Gravy train gig : EASY JOB
The answer "EASY JOB" fits the clue "Gravy train gig" because a gravy train gig is a job that is easy and pays well, similar to the idea of an "easy job."
Gummy candy shape : WORM
The answer "WORM" fits the clue "Gummy candy shape" because gummy candies often come in the shape of worms, making it a common and recognizable choice for this type of candy.
Hit the road, as a band : GO ON TOUR
"GO ON TOUR" is the right solution because bands often travel to different cities to perform at various venues, which is commonly referred to as going on tour.
Kitchen gadget for apples : CORER
The answer "CORER" fits the clue "Kitchen gadget for apples" because a corer is a tool specifically designed to remove the core from an apple, making it easier to eat or prepare for cooking.
Kwik-E-Mart operator on “The Simpsons” : APU
APU is the correct answer because it is the name of the character who operates the Kwik-E-Mart convenience store on the TV show "The Simpsons."
Letters between R and V : STU
The letters "STU" come between the letters "R" and "V" in the alphabet.
Lodge group since 1868 : ELKS
The Elks is a fraternal organization founded in 1868, making it the correct answer for the clue "Lodge group since 1868."
Museum in N.Y.C.’s Central Park, with “the” : … MET
The answer is "... MET" because the museum in Central Park in New York City is commonly referred to as "The Met," short for The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Musician in a cathedral : ORGANIST
The answer "ORGANIST" fits the clue "Musician in a cathedral" because an organist is a musician who plays the organ, a common instrument found in cathedrals for accompanying hymns and other music during religious services.
Narrows at the end : TAPERS
The word "narrows" suggests something becoming gradually thinner towards one end, which is exactly what "tapers" means.
National law enforcement officers, with “the” : … FEDS
The answer "… FEDS" fits because "National law enforcement officers" often refer to federal agents, who are commonly known as "the Feds" in colloquial language.
Nondairy milk option : OAT
Oat milk is a popular nondairy milk option made from oats. It is a suitable alternative for those who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.
One having an ice time at the Olympics? : FIGURE SKATER
This answer is correct because "ice time" is a term related to skating, and "Figure skater" is a type of skater who performs on ice at the Olympics.
One of the Three Musketeers : ATHOS
In the novel "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas, Aramis is one of the three musketeers alongside Athos and Porthos. Therefore, "Aramis" is the correct answer to the clue "One of the Three Musketeers."
Others similar : THE LIKE
The phrase "the like" is often used to refer to others or things similar to the ones mentioned. It is a common way to express similarity or comparison in English.
Outsize feature of a bat’s head : EAR
The answer "EAR" fits the clue because an ear is an outsize feature of a bat's head. Bats have large ears relative to the size of their heads, which helps them navigate and hunt using echolocation.
PC “brain” : CPU
CPU stands for Central Processing Unit, which is the "brain" of a computer. Therefore, it is the correct answer to the clue "PC 'brain'".
Picky ___ : EATER
The phrase "picky eater" is a common expression used to describe someone who is selective about the food they eat. Therefore, the answer to "Picky ___" is "EATER" because it completes the phrase "picky eater."
Pigeon’s perch : ROOST
The word "roost" is commonly used to refer to a place where pigeons or other birds rest or sleep. Therefore, "Pigeon's perch" is a clue that suggests the answer "ROOST."
Pollution portmanteau : SMOG
The word "SMOG" is a portmanteau of "smoke" and "fog," which accurately describes the combination of pollutants in the air that create a hazy and unhealthy atmospheric condition.
Pop singer Grande : ARIANA
The answer "ARIANA" fits the clue "Pop singer Grande" because Ariana Grande is a well-known pop singer.
Pot smoker : STONER
"Stoner" is a slang term commonly used to describe someone who smokes marijuana or pot regularly. The clue "Pot smoker" is a straightforward way of hinting at this slang term, making "STONER" the right answer.
Put in the mail : SEND
The word "SEND" means to dispatch or post something, such as a letter or package, through the mail. Therefore, "Put in the mail" is a clue that suggests the answer "SEND."
Revered star : IDOL
The answer "IDOL" fits the clue "Revered star" because an idol is someone who is highly admired and respected, just like a star who is revered by their fans.
River to Hades : STYX
The River Styx is a mythological river in Greek mythology that forms the boundary between Earth and the Underworld. Souls must cross the River Styx to enter the Underworld, making it the river to Hades.
Rocky : UNEVEN
Sandoval of “Vanderpump Rules” : TOM
TOM is the right answer because Tom Sandoval is a cast member on the reality TV show "Vanderpump Rules."
Seasons to taste, say : SALTS
The phrase "seasons to taste" often refers to adding salt to adjust the flavor of a dish according to personal preference. Therefore, the answer "SALTS" fits the clue.
Second chance : REDO
The answer "REDO" fits the clue "Second chance" because when you redo something, you are doing it again, giving yourself another opportunity to get it right.
Senate affirmatives : YEAS
"Yeas" are the votes in favor of a proposal or motion in the Senate, making it the correct answer to the clue "Senate affirmatives."
Short distance to travel, with a hint to 17-, 27- and 49- : HOP, SKIP AND A JUMP
The phrase "HOP, SKIP AND A JUMP" is a common expression that refers to a short distance to travel. Each of the words in the phrase represents a short, quick movement, similar to covering a short distance.
Showbiz awards quartet : EGOT
EGOT refers to winning an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony award. It is a rare achievement in the entertainment industry, and the term "EGOT" is used to describe individuals who have won all four prestigious awards.
Slime : GOO
"GOO" is a common term used to describe a thick, sticky substance, similar to slime. It fits the clue "Slime" well due to its similar characteristics.
Someone who says the same thing again and again, metaphorically : BROKEN RECORD
"BROKEN RECORD" is the right solution because a broken record metaphorically refers to someone who repeats the same thing over and over, just like a broken record playing the same part of a song repeatedly.
Song character who comes “down the bunny trail” : PETER COTTONTAIL
Peter Cottontail is a popular fictional character in a song who is known for hopping "down the bunny trail," making him the correct answer for this clue.
Spinning item for a circus performer : PLATE
The answer "PLATE" fits because circus performers often spin plates on sticks as part of their act.
Stance : POSTURE
The word "posture" can be used to describe one's stance, or the way they hold their body while standing or sitting. It is a synonym for stance in this context.
Suggest indirectly : IMPLY
The word "imply" means to suggest something indirectly or to hint at something without explicitly stating it. So, "Suggest indirectly" is a clue that points to the answer "IMPLY."
Symbol in Tinder’s logo : FLAME
The symbol in Tinder's logo is a flame because it represents the idea of sparking a romantic connection or "igniting a flame" between people on the dating app.
The “m” of e = mc2 : MASS
In the equation e = mc^2, "m" stands for mass. So, the answer to the clue "The 'm' of e = mc^2" is "MASS."
They may be graphic : TEES
The word "graphic" can refer to designs or images on T-shirts, which are often called "tees."
Told a fib : LIED
The answer "LIED" fits the clue "Told a fib" because lying means intentionally saying something false to deceive someone.
U.S. 101 or 66 : Abbr.
The answer is "Hwy" because it is a common abbreviation for "highway," and both U.S. Route 101 and U.S. Route 66 are major highways in the United States.
Umpire’s count after a ball and a strike : ONE-ONE
In baseball, the umpire's count after a ball and a strike is "ONE-ONE" because there has been one ball and one strike called by the umpire.
What a beach shower helps wash off : SAND
The answer "SAND" is correct because a beach shower helps wash off sand from the beach that sticks to your body.
What one might do after making a birthday wish : BLOW
Blowing out candles on a birthday cake after making a wish is a common tradition. The answer "BLOW" fits the clue because it describes the action of blowing out the candles.
Word after White or Red : … SOX
The answer "SOX" follows "White" or "Red" to complete the names of baseball teams - Chicago White Sox and Boston Red Sox.
“Bleeding Love” singer Lewis : LEONA
This is the right solution because Leona Lewis is the singer known for the song "Bleeding Love."
“___ to that!” (“Totally agree!”) : AMEN
The phrase "Amen" is commonly used to express strong agreement or approval, making it a fitting response to the statement "___ to that!" which means "Totally agree!"