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NYT Crossword Answers for February 1, 2025
If you need assistance with the NYT Crossword for 2/1/25, we’ve listed all the clues below, allowing you to easily search and find the answers you need. You can search for a specific clue and click on it for the corresponding answer. We’ve organized it this way so you can focus on just a few clues without spoiling the rest of your puzzle-solving experience!
1A Experience that’ll change one’s mind NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Change (verb)
- Set aside, discard, or leave for something else
- Make different; alter; bring about a transformation
Answer:
[spoiler]ACIDTRIP[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Change (noun)
- An occurrence where something transitions from one state or phase to another
- A difference that is typically positive or enjoyable
9A ___ Fierce, onetime Beyoncé persona NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Persona (noun)
- (In Jungian psychology) the outward mask or image a person shows to the world
- An actor’s representation of a character in a performance
Answer:
[spoiler]SASHA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Onetime (adjective)
- Relating to a previous time or past period
14A Broad views NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Broad (adjective)
- Demonstrating or marked by open-mindedness
- Having a large (or specific) width from one side to the other
Answer:
[spoiler]PANORAMAS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Broad (noun)
- A colloquial term for a woman
16A Up to NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Conjunction)
- To the extent that; to the point or degree that; particularly, until the time that; until.
Answer:
[spoiler]UNTIL[/spoiler]
17A Dessert often flavored with cinnamon and vanilla NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cinnamon (noun)
- A tropical Asian tree with fragrant yellowish-brown bark, the source of the cinnamon spice
- Fragrant bark used as a spice
Answer:
[spoiler]APPLETART[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Dessert (noun)
- A dish typically served as the final course of a meal
18A [Back away from my doghouse!] NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Doghouse (noun)
- A small structure used as a shelter for a dog
- An idiomatic expression meaning to be in disfavor
Answer:
[spoiler]SNARL[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Away (adverb)
- Out of sight or thought (especially not occupying one’s mind)
- Not in one’s possession
19A Give in under pressure NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pressure (verb)
- To compel action through force, necessity, or persuasion, whether physical, moral, or intellectual
- To apply pressure on someone through threats
Answer:
[spoiler]CRACK[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Pressure (noun)
- The act of applying force or pressure
- The force exerted by the atmosphere
20A Beef NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Beef (noun)
- Informal term for expressing dissatisfaction or objections
- Cattle raised for their meat
Answer:
[spoiler]FEUD[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Beef (verb)
- To complain or express discontent
22A Old oath NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Oath (noun)
- A profane or vulgar expression, often in response to surprise or anger
- A formal pledge to tell the truth, especially in a legal context; lying under oath can lead to prosecution for perjury
Answer:
[spoiler]EGAD[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Old (adjective)
- Experienced and skilled due to extensive practice or time
- Belonging to a previous time or era
23A Engage NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Engage (verb)
- To occupy or absorb all of one’s focus or time
- To take part in or participate in an activity; to be involved
Answer:
[spoiler]HIRE[/spoiler]
24A Wild West outlaw NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Outlaw (adjective)
- Against or prohibited by law
- Disregarding or defying the law
Answer:
[spoiler]BANDIT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Outlaw (verb)
- To make something illegal; to ban or prohibit by law
26A What might check your id? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Might (noun)
- Physical strength or power
Answer:
[spoiler]EGO[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Check (noun)
- An assessment of the current situation
- A mark left after a small portion has been cut or broken off something
27A Setting for the Times Square ball drop: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Setting (noun)
- The context or environment in which something takes place
- The arrangement of scenery and props to depict the location of a play or film
Answer:
[spoiler]EST[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Times (noun)
- An arithmetic operation that is the opposite of division; the result of multiplying two numbers
- A specific, often defined period of time, either current or from the past
28A Sojourner Truth speech in which she said “You need not be afraid to give us our rights” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sojourner (noun)
- A temporary inhabitant or visitor
Answer:
[spoiler]AINTIAWOMAN[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Afraid (adjective)
- Experiencing worry, concern, or insecurity
- Filled with fear or dread
30A Lee who directed “Sense and Sensibility” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sensibility (noun)
- The ability to respond to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation
- Mental responsiveness and awareness
Answer:
[spoiler]ANG[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Directed (adjective)
- Able to be managed or guided by a supervising agent
- (Often used in combination) having a particular direction or focus
31A E to F, for example NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Example (noun)
- A typical or representative model or pattern
- Something that serves as a model to be copied or emulated
Answer:
[spoiler]SEMITONE[/spoiler]
32A Part of some beauty treatments and the lunar cycle NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Beauty (noun)
- A woman who is exceptionally attractive or alluring
- An exceptional or remarkable example of its type
Answer:
[spoiler]WAXING[/spoiler]
35A Napa neighbor NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Neighbor (verb)
- To live or be situated next to someone
- To be located close to or adjacent to
Answer:
[spoiler]SONOMA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Neighbor (noun)
- An object of the same kind that is nearby
- A person who resides (or is located) near another
36A Brief getaway for newlyweds NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Getaway (noun)
- The ability to accelerate quickly
- A swift escape, often by criminals
Answer:
[spoiler]MINIMOON[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Brief (noun)
- A document outlining the facts and legal points of a client’s case
- A concise written summary or abstract
38A Word between two names NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Between (adverb)
- During the interval
- In the space or time separating two things
Answer:
[spoiler]NEE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Word (noun)
- The divine word of God; the second person of the Trinity (embodied in Jesus)
- Information about recent and significant events
39A Grab bag contents NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Contents (noun)
- A list of sections (chapters or articles) and the pages on which they begin
- (Usually plural) Everything contained within a collection or held in something
Answer:
[spoiler]ODDSANDENDS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Bag (noun)
- An activity you enjoy or excel at
- A portable, rectangular container used for carrying clothes
41A Deg. held by Shaquille O’Neal and Melinda Gates NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Gates (noun)
- An American computer entrepreneur, known for founding a software company that made him the youngest multi-billionaire in U.S. history (born in 1955)
Answer:
[spoiler]MBA[/spoiler]
44A Amp (up) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Amp (noun)
- A nucleotide present in muscle cells, crucial in metabolism, and can be reversibly converted to ADP and ATP
- The basic unit of electric current, as defined by the International System of Units (SI)
Answer:
[spoiler]REV[/spoiler]
45A Tools for certain appraisers NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Certain (adjective)
- Free from doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
- Guaranteed to happen; destined or inevitable
Answer:
[spoiler]LOUPES[/spoiler]
46A Where “sabaidee” means “hello” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Means (noun)
- Substantial wealth or income
- A thing or person that contributes to producing a specific effect or achieving a goal
Answer:
[spoiler]LAOS[/spoiler]
47A They’re heard in a herd NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Heard (adjective)
- Detected or perceived through hearing
Answer:
[spoiler]MOOS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Herd (noun)
- A crowd, especially of common or undistinguished people or things
- A group of cattle, sheep, or other domesticated animals, typically managed by humans
49A Solo NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Solo (adverb)
- Without anyone or anything else
Answer:
[spoiler]STAG[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Solo (noun)
- A flight where the pilot is unaccompanied
- A musical piece for a single voice or instrument, either with or without accompaniment
50A Pseudoscientific bodily emanations NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pseudoscientific (adjective)
- Based on theories and methods falsely considered scientific
Answer:
[spoiler]AURAS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Bodily (adjective)
- Relating to or affecting the body, as opposed to the mind or spirit
- Having to do with the physical, material body
51A Morphine source NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Morphine (noun)
- An alkaloid narcotic derived from opium; a potent, addictive drug used to alleviate pain
Answer:
[spoiler]OPIUM[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Source (noun)
- A publication or specific passage from a publication that is referenced
- A person or entity that originates, causes, or initiates something
53A Figure in history or math? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Figure (noun)
- An element that contributes to a system of numeration
- A diagram or image used to illustrate text
Answer:
[spoiler]CLASSMATE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Figure (verb)
- To consider or assess as likely
- To play a role or part in something
55A “Passing” author Larsen NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Passing (adjective)
- Lasting only a brief period
- Quick and lacking attention to detail; not thorough
Answer:
[spoiler]NELLA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Passing (noun)
- A physical change from one place or stage to another
- Successfully meeting the criteria of a test or requirement
56A Attacks in the press NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Press (noun)
- A tightly packed group of people
- The print media responsible for collecting and publishing news in newspapers or magazines
,Answer:
[spoiler]HITPIECES[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Press (verb)
- To be heavy or burdensome
- To exert force through pushing movements during childbirth to deliver the baby
57A Sinuous NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sinuous (adjective)
- Curved or winding in and out
- Elegantly slender, bending, and moving with fluidity
Answer:
[spoiler]SNAKY[/spoiler]
58A Five-limbed marine creatures NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Limbed (adjective)
- Having limbs, or possessing limbs of a particular type (usually used in combination)
Answer:
[spoiler]SEASTARS[/spoiler]
1D Cochise, for one NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cochise (noun)
- An Apache leader who resisted United States troops in Arizona (1812-1874)
Answer:
[spoiler]APACHE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: One (adjective)
- (In informal use) very; used as an intensifier
- Having the singular, indivisible nature of a unit
2D Calf-length pants NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Length (noun)
- Duration in time
- The distance between two points
Answer:
[spoiler]CAPRIS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Pants (noun)
- (Used in the plural) Women’s undergarments or underwear
3D To an extent NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Extent (noun)
- The distance, area, or volume that something covers
- The degree or level to which something reaches or stretches
Answer:
[spoiler]INPART[/spoiler]
4D Sweetly, in music NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sweetly (adverb)
- In a loving or affectionate manner (with ‘sweet’ often used as a poetic or informal variant of ‘sweetly’)
Answer:
[spoiler]DOLCE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Music (noun)
- A form of punishment for one’s actions
- Any pleasant or harmonious sounds
5D Footslog NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Footslog (verb)
- To walk with heavy steps, often due to fatigue or while trudging through mud
Answer:
[spoiler]TREK[/spoiler]
6D First sign in the Chinese zodiac NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Zodiac (noun)
- A belt-shaped region in the sky on either side of the ecliptic, divided into 12 constellations or signs for astrological purposes
- An astrological chart showing the 12 zodiacal constellations and their signs
Answer:
[spoiler]RAT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: First (noun)
- The baseball position of the player stationed at first base in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate)
- The point in time when something occurs
7D “Love your work!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Work (verb)
- To make something uniform
- To function as expected when put into action
Answer:
[spoiler]IMAFAN[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Work (noun)
- Engaging the mind to learn and comprehend a subject, especially through reading
- A paid occupation or job
8D Typical Little League coaches NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Typical (adjective)
- Characteristic of a feature that helps define a person or thing
- Conforming to a specific type
Answer:
[spoiler]PARENTS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Little (adjective)
- (Informal) Small and of minor significance
- In lowercase
9D Dubious, in modern lingo NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Dubious (adjective)
- Subject to doubt or suspicion
- Full of uncertainty or doubt
Answer:
[spoiler]SUS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Lingo (noun)
- A specialized language or jargon used by a particular group, such as among thieves
10D “___ of Avonlea,” literary sequel of 1909 NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Literary (adjective)
- Pertaining to literature rather than casual speech or writing
- Well-versed in literature
Answer:
[spoiler]ANNE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Sequel (noun)
- Something that comes after or follows another
- An additional part to a book or play that continues or expands the original story
11D Many a child actor’s “manager” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Actor (noun)
- A person who takes action and achieves results
- A performer in theatre or film
Answer:
[spoiler]STAGEMOM[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Manager (noun)
- In sports, a person responsible for training an athlete or team
- Someone who oversees and manages resources and expenditures
12D Main script of written Japanese NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Script (noun)
- Something written by hand
- A written version of a play or other dramatic work, used for preparing a performance
Answer:
[spoiler]HIRAGANA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Script (verb)
- To write a script for something
13D Finish line? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Line (noun)
- A logical progression of reasoning used to prove a truth or falsehood
- A small indentation or crease in a smooth surface
Answer:
[spoiler]ALLDONE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Line (verb)
- To draw marks or lines on a surface
- To align or form a line along something
15D Collegiate focus NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Collegiate (adjective)
- Relating to or characteristic of a college or college students
Answer:
[spoiler]STUDIES[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Focus (verb)
- To become clear or come into focus
- To direct one’s attention toward something
21D Play areas that, despite their name, are actually squares NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Actually (adverb)
- In reality or fact
- Used to suggest that the truth is the opposite of what might be expected, often surprisingly
Answer:
[spoiler]DIAMONDS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Despite (noun)
- A feeling of intense dislike combined with a lack of respect
- Contemptuous disregard
24D Things to avoid at all costs NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Costs (noun)
- Monetary reimbursement to the winning party for litigation expenses
Answer:
[spoiler]BIGNONOS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Things (noun)
- Any movable possessions, particularly items of clothing
25D Coils NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- TWISTS (6 letters)
- ENTWINES (8 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]TWINES[/spoiler]
28D “Till one has loved an ___ a part of one’s soul remains unawakened”: Anatole France NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Remains (noun)
- The body of a deceased person
- A relic or artifact that has been uncovered from the earth
Answer:
[spoiler]ANIMAL[/spoiler]
29D ___-Missouria Tribe NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tribe (noun)
- A group of people connected by blood or marriage
- A federation, such as one formed by American Indian groups
Answer:
[spoiler]OTOE[/spoiler]
30D Center of a revolution NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Center (noun)
- A building designated for a specific activity
- The focal point of interest or attention
Answer:
[spoiler]AXIS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Center (verb)
- To focus one’s attention on something
- To move to the middle or central position
32D Unguarded on the field NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Unguarded (adjective)
- Showing or feeling no caution or alertness
- Without protection or a guard
Answer:
[spoiler]WIDEOPEN[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Field (noun)
- A specific area of knowledge or study
- A particular type of business or commercial activity
33D “Ta-da!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- VOILA (5 letters)
- ITSMAGIC (8 letters)
- IDIDIT (6 letters)
- PRESTO (6 letters)
- THERE (5 letters)
- DIDIT (5 letters)
- ETVOILA (7 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]ANDVOILA[/spoiler]
34D Share the bill NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Share (noun)
- The contribution made by an individual in achieving a result
- Assets owned by, owed to, or contributed by a person or group
Answer:
[spoiler]GODUTCH[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Share (verb)
- To distribute as one’s portion
- To give, receive, or hold a portion of something
36D Group that practices baptism for the dead NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Baptism (noun)
- A Christian sacrament symbolizing spiritual purification and rebirth
Answer:
[spoiler]MORMONS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Group (noun)
- A set that is closed, associative, includes an identity element, and has an inverse for every element
- A collection of entities (members) considered as a single unit
37D Many Everest climbers NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Everest (noun)
- A mountain in the central Himalayas, located on the border of Tibet and Nepal; the highest peak in the world, standing at 29,028 feet
Answer:
[spoiler]NEPALIS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Many (adjective)
- A term used with countable nouns, often preceded by words like “as,” “too,” “so,” or “that,” indicating a large but unspecified number
40D Render pointless NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Render (verb)
- To provide something useful or necessary
- To melt fat or lard to remove impurities
Answer:
[spoiler]NEGATE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Render (noun)
- A substance similar to stucco, applied specifically to masonry walls
41D Instrument that might contain dried beans NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Instrument (verb)
- To compose an instrumental score for
- To formally address a legal document to
Answer:
[spoiler]MARACA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Instrument (noun)
- Any device or contraption used to produce musical sounds or tones
- The means or method through which an action is carried out
42D Flat-topped straw hat NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Flat-topped (adjective)
- Having a level or flattened upper surface
Answer:
[spoiler]BOATER[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Topped (adjective)
- Having a top with a specified characteristic or feature
43D Look at critically NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Look (verb)
- To manage or address something
- To have trust or confidence in
Answer:
[spoiler]ASSESS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Look (noun)
- The overall ambiance or vibe of a place or situation and its impact on people
- The expression or emotions conveyed by a person’s face
46D “12 Angry Men” director NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Director (noun)
- The person who leads or conducts a musical group
- Someone responsible for managing resources and expenditures
Answer:
[spoiler]LUMET[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Men (noun)
- The workforce or group of workers available for a task
48D Grump NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- A mood or expression of sulky detachment or withdrawal
Answer:
[spoiler]SULK[/spoiler]
Hint 2: (Verb)
- To be upset and show displeasure through a sullen demeanor
50D How a home might be sold in a seller’s market NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Seller (noun)
- A person who offers goods or services in exchange for money
Answer:
[spoiler]ASIS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Market (noun)
- A designated area in a town where public trade occurs
- A place where groceries are bought and sold
52D ___ Day (European festival) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: European (noun)
- A person native to or residing in Europe
Answer:
[spoiler]MAY[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Day (noun)
- The period of daylight between sunrise and sunset
- The time it takes for the Earth to complete a full rotation on its axis
54D Business with lockers for storing valuables NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Business (noun)
- A commercial or industrial enterprise, including the people involved in it
- An action or activity performed by an actor for dramatic effect
Answer:
[spoiler]SPA[/spoiler]
