Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 18 October 2024, Friday (10-18-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
Accommodates, in listing-speak : SLEEPS
The word "SLEEPS" is often used in real estate or rental listings to indicate the number of people a property can accommodate overnight.
Artist whose full name anagrams to A MAN DETOURED : MANET
The answer "MANET" is derived from rearranging the letters in the phrase "A MAN DETOURED," which is an anagram for the artist's full name, Edouard Manet.
Attention-grabbing visuals : EYE CANDY
"EYE CANDY" is the right solution because it refers to visually appealing images or graphics that are meant to attract attention in a pleasant way. It is a common term used to describe something visually striking or attractive.
Avoid : NOT DO
The answer "NOT DO" fits the clue "Avoid" because it means to refrain from doing something, which is another way of avoiding it.
Beef variety : ANGUS
"Angus" is a popular breed of cattle known for its high-quality beef, making it a common variety of beef used in cooking.
Beethoven’s “Hammerklavier,” for one : SONATA
This is the right solution because the "Hammerklavier" is a nickname for Beethoven's Sonata No. 29 in B-flat major, Op. 106, which is a famous piano sonata.
Big name in food delivery : DOORDASH
DOORDASH is the right answer because it is a popular company known for delivering food from restaurants to customers' doors.
Checkout screen option : TIP
The answer "TIP" is the right solution because when you are at the checkout screen, you have the option to add a tip for the service provided.
Come back : RECUR
The word "return" means to come back or go back to a previous place or state. Therefore, "return" is the right solution for the clue "Come back."
Common reason for a missed reference : AGE GAP
The answer "AGE GAP" fits because a significant age difference between people can lead to missed cultural or historical references due to different life experiences and generational perspectives.
Crafter’s supply : PASTE
The answer "PASTE" fits the clue "Crafter's supply" because paste is commonly used by crafters for activities like paper mache and collages.
Cryptaesthesia, more familiarly : ESP
The answer "ESP" stands for extrasensory perception, which is more familiarly known as cryptaesthesia.
De ___ : NOVO
"De ___" is a phrase commonly used in Latin to mean "of the new." The word "novo" in Latin translates to "new," making it the correct answer to complete the phrase.
Deep-dish pizza maker : UNO
"UNO" is the right solution because Uno Pizzeria & Grill is a famous restaurant chain known for its deep-dish pizzas.
Digital art? : PAINT BY NUMBER
The answer "PAINT BY NUMBER" is the right solution because it refers to a type of digital art where an image is divided into sections, each marked with a number that corresponds to a specific color to be used, similar to the traditional paint-by-number kits.
Entered a Wild West town, say : RODE IN
The answer "RODE IN" fits the clue "Entered a Wild West town, say" because it suggests arriving on horseback, which is a common way of entering a Wild West town in movies and literature.
Eucharist plate : PATEN
A paten is a shallow plate used to hold the Eucharistic bread during a Christian religious service.
Express one’s displeasure toward : BOO AT
"BOO AT" is the right solution because it means to express disapproval or displeasure by booing at someone or something.
First pitcher : STARTER
"First pitcher" refers to the starting pitcher in a baseball game, who is also known as the "starter."
First pitcher, maybe : ICE WATER
Fork-tailed bird : TERN
A TERN is a type of bird that has a distinctive forked tail. Therefore, "Fork-tailed bird" is a fitting description for a TERN.
Former Israeli P.M. Sharon : ARIEL
Ariel Sharon was a former Prime Minister of Israel, and "Ariel" is a common short form of his first name.
Geometry figure : EUCLID
Hit taker : TOKER
The answer "TOKER" fits the clue "Hit taker" because in slang terms, a "toker" is someone who smokes marijuana, which can also be referred to as a "hit."
ID issuers : DMVS
"ID issuers" refers to organizations that issue driver's licenses, which are commonly issued by Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs). Therefore, "DMVS" is the correct answer.
It generates a lot of buzz : BEE
The answer "BEE" is the right solution because bees are known for generating buzz with their buzzing sound and their importance in pollination.
It’s often playing games : ESPN
The answer "ESPN" fits because ESPN is a sports network known for broadcasting various games and sports events.
Juice provider : CHARGER
Makes an opposing argument : COUNTERS
"COUNTERS" is the right solution because it means to make an opposing argument or to argue against something. It fits the clue perfectly.
Mardi follower : GRAS
The answer "GRAS" is the right solution because "Mardi Gras" is a popular festival, and "Gras" is the French word for "Fat," which directly follows "Mardi" in the phrase.
Market : AUDIENCE
"Market" can refer to a group of people who are potential consumers of a product or service. In this context, "audience" fits the definition as an audience is a group of people who are reached by a particular medium or message, making it the correct answer.
Modern party planning tool : E-VITE
"E-VITE" is the right solution because it is a modern online platform used for sending electronic invitations for parties and events. It is a popular tool for party planning in today's digital age.
Moses portrayer in classic film : HESTON
Charlton Heston portrayed Moses in the classic film "The Ten Commandments" directed by Cecil B. DeMille in 1956. Therefore, "HESTON" is the correct answer to the clue "Moses portrayer in classic film."
Not inclined : AVERSE
The word "averse" means having a strong dislike or opposition towards something. When someone is "not inclined" to do or feel a certain way, it means they have a reluctance or aversion towards it. Therefore, "averse" is the right answer to the clue "Not inclined."
Orthodontist’s recommendation : RETAINER
"RETAINER" is the right answer because orthodontists often recommend wearing a retainer after braces to maintain the position of the teeth.
Part of many singers’ vocal warm-up routines : HOT TEA
Hot tea is often used by singers to soothe their throat and vocal cords before singing, making it a common part of many singers' vocal warm-up routines.
Penne, rigatoni, etc. : TUBES
The clue "Penne, rigatoni, etc." is asking for a type of pasta that is tube-shaped, and "TUBES" fits this description as it refers to pasta shapes like penne and rigatoni which are cylindrical tubes.
Phrase typically shortened to its first three letters : ET CETERA
The phrase "ET CETERA" is typically shortened to its first three letters, which are "ETC." This is a common abbreviation used to represent the full phrase.
Play without a break : ONE ACT
The answer "ONE ACT" refers to a play that is performed without an intermission or break, making it a continuous performance.
Playful snarl : ROWR
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Popular remedy for an upset stomach : GINGER ALE
Ginger ale is a popular remedy for an upset stomach because ginger has natural properties that can help alleviate nausea and aid digestion. It is a common home remedy that many people find effective for soothing an upset stomach.
Portrayer of Laurie Strode in seven “Halloween” films : CURTIS
Jamie Lee Curtis is the actress who portrayed Laurie Strode in seven "Halloween" films. Her last name, Curtis, fits the clue.
Prod : POKE AT
"Prod" is a synonym for "poke," and "at" is a common preposition used in phrases like "poke at." So, "POKE AT" fits the clue "Prod" as it means to poke or jab at something.
Really good time : GAS
Register, as a complaint : LODGE
The word "lodge" can mean to register or deposit something, such as a complaint, with an appropriate authority or organization.
Sad sack : POOR SOUL
The answer "POOR SOUL" fits the clue "Sad sack" because a "sad sack" is a colloquial term for a person who is pitiful or unfortunate, which can be described as a "poor soul."
Scrolls from right to left? : TORAHS
The answer "TORAHS" is the right solution because Torahs are Jewish scrolls that are read from right to left.
Shawarma holder : PITA
"PITA" is the right solution because a pita is a type of flatbread commonly used to hold shawarma fillings, making it the perfect holder for a shawarma sandwich.
Showed pride, in a way : BEAMED
The word "beamed" can mean to smile with pride, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Showed pride, in a way."
Stick in the closet? : BROOM
The answer "BROOM" fits the clue "Stick in the closet?" because a broom is a type of stick used for cleaning, and it is commonly stored in a closet.
Things of concern to grammarians and negotiators : CLAUSES
The word "clauses" can refer to both grammatical clauses in language and legal clauses in contracts, making it relevant to both grammarians and negotiators.
This is what it sounds like when doves cry : COO!
The sound that doves make is often described as a "coo," so "COO!" is the right solution for the clue "This is what it sounds like when doves cry."
TV mounting spot : MANTEL
The answer "MANTEL" fits the clue "TV mounting spot" because a mantel is a shelf above a fireplace where a TV can be mounted.
Vast span : EON
"EON" is a vast span of time, typically representing a billion years. In the context of the crossword clue "Vast span," "EON" fits perfectly as it refers to a long, indefinite period.
Voiced amazement : OOHED
"OOHED" is the right answer because it is a word that means expressing amazement or admiration. In this context, it fits the clue "Voiced amazement" perfectly.
Warren of the Allman Brothers Band : HAYNES
Warren Haynes is a member of the Allman Brothers Band, making "Haynes" the correct answer for this clue.
What a ’50s-style diner or arcade bar might have : RETRO VIBE
The answer "RETRO VIBE" fits the clue because a '50s-style diner or arcade bar typically features decor, music, and atmosphere that evoke a sense of nostalgia for the past, or a "retro vibe."
What painful sensations and frying pans can both do : SEAR
The word "sear" can be used to describe both the action of causing a painful sensation (such as burning or scorching) and the action of cooking with a frying pan over high heat, which also involves browning or charring the surface of the food.
Where customers can pay to smash household objects to smithereens : RAGE ROOM
The answer "RAGE ROOM" fits the clue because a rage room is a place where customers can pay to smash household objects to release their anger or frustration.
Word before friendly or name : USER-
The word "USER" can be followed by "friendly" to form "user-friendly" or by "name" to form "username," making it the correct answer to the clue "Word before friendly or name."
“Star Wars” planet that’s home to womp rats : TATOOINE
Tatooine is the correct answer because it is the desert planet where Luke Skywalker grew up and where he mentions hunting womp rats in "Star Wars: A New Hope."
“That explains it!” : MYSTERY SOLVED!
The answer "MYSTERY SOLVED!" fits the clue "That explains it!" because it conveys the idea of a puzzling situation being resolved or clarified.
“That was perfect — I don’t have any feedback” : NO NOTES Down 1 Clothing line
The answer "NO NOTES" is a common phrase used to indicate that no feedback or suggestions are needed. In this context, it fits the clue "That was perfect — I don’t have any feedback" perfectly.
“There, there” accompanier : PAT
The answer "PAT" is the right solution because when someone says "There, there," they often accompany it with a gentle PAT on the back or shoulder to provide comfort or reassurance.
“Walking in Memphis” singer Marc : COHN
COHN is the right solution because Marc Cohn is the singer known for the song "Walking in Memphis."