Here's all New York Times Crossword answers for 25 November 2024, Monday (11-25-24). Find all answers and solutions here.
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Clues and answers
Clues followed by answers and an explanation underneath.
100 centavos : PESO
The answer is "PESO" because "100 centavos" refers to the currency unit in countries like Mexico and the Philippines, where 100 centavos make up one peso.
72, on many golf courses : PAR
PAR is the standard number of strokes that a skilled golfer is expected to need to complete a hole or a round of golf. On many golf courses, the standard number of strokes for a hole is 3, making it a PAR 3 hole. Therefore, "72, on many golf courses" refers to the total PAR for an 18-hole round, which is typically 72.
Advice to someone seeking happiness : FOLLOW YOUR BLISS
The answer "FOLLOW YOUR BLISS" is the right solution because it is a common piece of advice that encourages individuals to pursue what brings them joy and fulfillment in order to find happiness.
As a result of : DUE TO
"DUE TO" is the right solution for "As a result of" because it is a common phrase used to indicate the cause or reason for something happening.
Birthstone for a January baby : GARNET
GARNET is the birthstone for January because it is traditionally associated with the month and symbolizes friendship and trust.
Bit of pond scum : ALGA
ALGA is the right solution because it is a singular form of algae, which is a type of pond scum.
Boxer’s stat, for short : TKO
The answer "TKO" stands for Technical Knockout, which is a term used in boxing to indicate a fight has been stopped by the referee because one fighter is unable to continue.
Bread loaf butts : ENDS
The term "ends" refers to the outer parts of a bread loaf, which are commonly known as the butts or heels. Therefore, "Bread loaf butts" can be correctly clued as "ENDS."
Brewery barrel : KEG
A brewery barrel is commonly referred to as a keg, making "KEG" the right answer.
Brief rainstorm : SHOWER
The answer "SHOWER" fits the clue "Brief rainstorm" because a shower is a short period of rain.
Cancels plans at the last minute : BAILS
"BAILS" is the right solution because in informal language, "bails" means to cancel plans or leave suddenly, especially at the last minute.
Cleaned up after a haircut : SWEPT
"SWEPT" is the right answer because after a haircut, hair clippings are typically swept up and cleaned from the floor to keep the area tidy.
Components of a six-pack : ABS
The answer "ABS" is short for abdominal muscles, which are the components of a six-pack.
Content between songs on Spotify : ADS
The content between songs on Spotify are often short advertisements, making "ADS" the correct answer.
Corn ___ (fall festival attraction) : MAZE
The answer "MAZE" fits the clue "Corn ___ (fall festival attraction)" because a corn maze is a popular attraction at fall festivals where visitors navigate through pathways cut into a field of corn.
Corporate investor : SHAREHOLDER
The answer "SHAREHOLDER" fits because a shareholder is someone who owns a portion of a company by holding shares of its stock.
Crater Lake’s state : OREGON
The answer is "OREGON" because Crater Lake is located in Oregon.
Delta Center in Salt Lake City or United Center in Chicago : ARENA
The word "ARENA" fits the clue because both the Delta Center in Salt Lake City and the United Center in Chicago are examples of sports arenas where events like basketball games take place.
Difficult to wrangle, per an idiom : LIKE HERDING CATS
The idiom "like herding cats" means trying to control or organize something that is chaotic or unruly, similar to the difficulty of herding cats.
Dog docs : VETS
"Dog docs" is a common term used to refer to veterinarians, who are also known as vets. They are responsible for taking care of the health and well-being of dogs and other animals.
Eggs at an I.V.F. clinic : OVA
The answer "OVA" is the plural form of "ovum," which refers to eggs in an IVF clinic.
Fit as a fiddle : HALE
"Hale" means strong and healthy, which is a common phrase used to describe someone who is fit and in good health, like a fiddle.
Foggy mental state : HAZE
The answer "HAZE" fits the clue "Foggy mental state" because a haze is a state of confusion or mental cloudiness, similar to being in a fog.
Friend, en français : AMI
"Friend, en français" is a clue asking for the French word for "friend." The correct answer is "AMI" because in French, "ami" translates to "friend" in English.
Ginger ___ : ALE
The phrase "Ginger ___" commonly refers to a type of beverage, and "ALE" is a type of beer, making it the most fitting answer.
Girl Scout’s accessory : SASH
The answer "SASH" is the right solution because Girl Scouts often wear sashes to display their badges and achievements.
Green coating on a statue : PATINA
The green coating that forms on statues over time is called patina. It is a layer that develops on the surface due to oxidation and weathering.
Hands-on science class : LAB
The answer "LAB" is short for laboratory, which is where hands-on science experiments are typically conducted.
Harsh on the nose : ACRID
The word "acrid" means having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell, making it a fitting answer for a clue that describes something harsh on the nose.
Harvard, to Yale : RIVAL
The clue is asking for a word that describes the relationship between Harvard and Yale. They are known to be rivals in various aspects, such as academics and sports. Therefore, the answer "RIVAL" fits the clue.
He-Man’s twin sister : SHE-RA
"She-Ra" is the correct answer because She-Ra is a character from the same universe as He-Man, known as Masters of the Universe. She is his twin sister and a powerful princess with her own unique abilities and adventures.
Icelandic literary saga : EDDA
The Icelandic literary saga is often referred to as the Edda, which is a collection of Old Norse poems and mythological stories.
Imposed, as a tax : LEVIED
The word "levied" means to impose or impose a tax, making it the correct answer to the clue.
Inflatable auto safety devices : AIRBAGS
The answer "AIRBAGS" fits the clue "Inflatable auto safety devices" because airbags are safety devices in cars that inflate upon impact to protect passengers during a collision.
Jacket fuzz : LINT
"LINT" is the right answer because jacket fuzz is often made up of tiny fibers or particles that can be referred to as lint.
Las Vegas A’s : ACES
The Las Vegas A's are a baseball team, and in a deck of cards, Aces are considered the highest value cards. So, the answer "ACES" is a play on words, suggesting that the team is like the highest value cards in a deck.
Like a black-tie wedding : FORMAL
The answer "FORMAL" fits because a black-tie wedding typically requires guests to dress formally, often in tuxedos and evening gowns.
Make more modern : UPDATE
The answer "UPDATE" fits the clue "Make more modern" because updating something means bringing it up to date or making it more current or modern.
Members of New York’s Bravest, e.g. : FIREMEN
The answer "FIREMEN" fits the clue because members of New York's Bravest are firefighters, who are commonly referred to as firemen.
Miss Piggy’s pronoun : MOI
The answer "MOI" is the right solution because it is the French word for "me," and Miss Piggy often uses French phrases, including referring to herself as "moi."
Modern networking aid, as suggested by the starts of the answers to the starred clues : SOCIAL MEDIA
The answer is "SOCIAL MEDIA" because the first word of each starred clue forms the name of a popular social media platform: FACE(book), TWIT(ter), LIN(kedin), INSTA(gram), and SNAP(chat).
No-win/no-lose situations : TIES
"TIES" refers to situations where neither side wins nor loses, resulting in a draw or stalemate. This makes it a fitting answer for the clue "No-win/no-lose situations."
One might include a hammer, wrench and screwdriver : TOOL SET
The answer "TOOL SET" fits because it is a collection of tools, such as a hammer, wrench, and screwdriver, typically sold or stored together for convenience.
One of 10 in a decathlon : EVENT
In a decathlon, athletes compete in 10 different events, such as running, jumping, and throwing. Therefore, "One of 10 in a decathlon" refers to an individual competition within the decathlon, making "EVENT" the correct answer.
Paul for whom a guitar is named : LES
The answer is "LES" because the clue is referring to Paul Les Paul, who is a famous guitarist and inventor of the solid-body electric guitar. The name "Les" is commonly associated with him.
Perches in a coop : ROOSTS
The word "roosts" refers to birds perching or resting in a coop, making it the correct answer to the clue "Perches in a coop."
Pesky kid : IMP
"Imp" is a term often used to describe a mischievous or pesky child, making it a fitting answer to the clue "Pesky kid."
Pie ___ mode : A LA
The phrase "à la mode" means "with ice cream" in French. Therefore, the answer to "Pie ___ mode" is "ALA".
Piece of jewelry that might complement a toe ring : ANKLET
An anklet is a piece of jewelry that is often worn on the ankle and complements a toe ring, making it the fitting answer to the clue.
Problem with an old sock : HOLE
The answer "HOLE" fits the clue "Problem with an old sock" because a hole in a sock is a common issue that can make the sock unwearable.
Rainbows and parentheses, shapewise : ARCS
The word "ARCS" can refer to both rainbows and parentheses, as they are both curved shapes that resemble arcs.
Roller coasters and log flumes : RIDES
The answer "RIDES" fits because roller coasters and log flumes are both types of amusement park attractions that people ride on for entertainment.
Sch. with campuses in Boston and Worcester : UMASS
UMASS stands for University of Massachusetts, which has campuses in Boston and Worcester.
Seis + dos : OCHO
The clue "Seis + dos" is asking for the sum of "Seis" (six in Spanish) and "dos" (two in Spanish), which equals "OCHO" (eight in Spanish).
Spongy scrubber : LOOFA
The answer "LOOFA" fits the clue "Spongy scrubber" because a loofah is a natural sponge-like scrubber often used in the shower or bath for exfoliating the skin.
State bird of Maryland : ORIOLE
The Oriole is the state bird of Maryland as designated by the Maryland General Assembly in 1947. It is a distinctive and colorful bird commonly found in the state, making it the perfect choice for this designation.
Suffix with Gator or hater : -ADE
The suffix "-ADE" can be added to words like "Gator" and "hater" to create new words like "Gatorade" and "haterade." This makes it the correct answer to the clue.
Tuck away for safekeeping : STASH Down 1 Mascara target
The answer "STASH" fits the clue "Tuck away for safekeeping" because to stash something means to hide or store it in a safe place for later use.
Unlike a figment of the imagination : REAL
The answer "REAL" fits the clue because something that is real exists in reality, as opposed to being a figment of the imagination.
Wows : AWES
The answer to "Wows" is "AMAZES" because "wows" is a verb that means to impress or astonish, and "amazes" is a synonym for that.
___ arguments, section of a Supreme Court case : ORAL
The term "oral arguments" refers to the spoken presentations made by lawyers to a court. In a Supreme Court case, this section involves lawyers presenting their arguments verbally before the justices.
“Big fan!” : I LOVE IT!
The phrase "I LOVE IT!" is a common expression used to show enthusiasm or appreciation, similar to saying "Big fan!" to show admiration for something.
“Get out of my ___!” : WAY
The phrase "Get out of my way!" is a common expression used to tell someone to move aside or clear a path. In this context, "way" refers to a route or path, making it the correct answer to the clue.
“It all makes sense now!” : AHA!
The exclamation "AHA!" is commonly used to express a sudden realization or understanding, making it a fitting answer to the clue "It all makes sense now!"
“I’ll take that as ___” : A NO
The phrase "I'll take that as ___" is often used to indicate that the speaker is assuming or interpreting something in a certain way. "Ano" is the Portuguese word for "yes", which fits the blank in this phrase and makes sense in the context of the clue.
“Tell me if this needs salt” : TASTE
The answer "TASTE" fits the clue because when someone says "Tell me if this needs salt," they are asking the other person to use their sense of taste to determine if the food requires more salt.
“The Marvelous ___ Maisel” : MRS
The answer to "The Marvelous ___ Maisel" is "MRS" because the title character's name is Miriam Maisel, and "Mrs." is the abbreviation for the title used by married women.