Our NYT Crossword Answers Guide for February 7, 2025, is here to help if you’re stuck on a tricky clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily puzzle that challenges solvers with clever wordplay and a broad range of knowledge. As one of the most popular crosswords worldwide, it appears in The New York Times print edition and is also available online.
NYT Crossword February 7, 2025 Answers
If you’re struggling with today’s puzzle (2/7/25), we’ve compiled a list of all the crossword clues below. You can search for a specific clue and find the corresponding answer without accidentally seeing solutions to others you’re still working on!
1A Like the ending of a typical rom-com NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Ending (noun)
- An event that marks the conclusion of something
- The final part of a word, such as a suffix, inflectional ending, or morpheme
Answer:
[spoiler]PREDICTABLE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Typical (adjective)
- A characteristic that defines or distinguishes a person or thing
- In line with a particular type or standard
12A Murder she wrote? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Murder (verb)
- To intentionally kill with premeditation
- To alter something to the point of being unrecognisable
Answer:
[spoiler]CRIMENOVELIST[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Murder (noun)
- The unlawful and premeditated killing of one person by another
14A Bumping into someone, e.g. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Someone (noun)
- A human being
Answer:
[spoiler]CHANCEENCOUNTER[/spoiler]
16A Material that goes on a foundation NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Foundation (noun)
- Basic education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge
- The lowest supporting part of a structure
Answer:
[spoiler]POWDER[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Material (noun)
- An object created by weaving, felting, knitting, or crocheting natural or synthetic fibres
- A physical substance that forms the composition of an object
17A What’s holding up dessert? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Holding (noun)
- The act of keeping or retaining something
- Any owned possession, whether tangible or intangible
Answer:
[spoiler]CONE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Dessert (noun)
- A dish served as the final course of a meal
18A Chop NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Chop (verb)
- To cut into pieces
- To cut using a hacking tool
Answer:
[spoiler]AXE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Chop (noun)
- A ground ball that bounces high in the air
- A tennis return made with a downward motion, creating backspin
19A Step on a shampoo bottle NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shampoo (noun)
- A cleansing product made of soaps or detergents used for washing hair
- The process of washing hair with shampoo
Answer:
[spoiler]RINSE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Shampoo (verb)
- To apply shampoo to hair
20A Amps (up) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- HYPES (5 letters)
- EXCITES (7 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]PEPS[/spoiler]
21A Site where a previously unidentified species of sea urchin was discovered in 2004 NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Unidentified (adjective)
- Having an unknown or unnamed origin
- Not yet recognised or determined
Answer:
[spoiler]EBAY[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Discovered (adjective)
- Found or determined through scientific observation
22A Grazing spaces NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Grazing (noun)
- The act of feeding on grass or other vegetation
- Lightly brushing against something while moving past
Answer:
[spoiler]LEAS[/spoiler]
23A Buds NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- CHUMS (5 letters)
- HOMIES (6 letters)
- MATES (5 letters)
- CRONIES (7 letters)
- HOMEYS (6 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]PALS[/spoiler]
24A Recognized NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Recognized (adjective)
- Having an established and respected reputation
- Widely accepted or acknowledged
Answer:
[spoiler]OFFICIAL[/spoiler]
29A It lightens things NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Things (noun)
- Any movable belongings, especially clothing items
Answer:
[spoiler]LEVITY[/spoiler]
31A Cushion NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cushion (noun)
- A mechanical device that absorbs the energy of sudden impacts
- A soft bag filled with air or padding like feathers or foam rubber
Answer:
[spoiler]PROTECT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Cushion (verb)
- To protect against impact
32A Divine NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Divine (adjective)
- Originating from God
- Suitable for or worthy of a deity
Answer:
[spoiler]FORESEE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Divine (noun)
- A clergyman or religious official
- A term used to refer to the Judeo-Christian God
33A At peace NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Peace (noun)
- A state free from mental stress or anxiety
- Public safety and overall security
Answer:
[spoiler]SERENE[/spoiler]
34A Popular mode of transport in Dhaka NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Dhaka (noun)
- The capital and largest city of Bangladesh
Answer:
[spoiler]RICKSHAW[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Transport (noun)
- The process of moving something from one place to another
- A device that moves magnetic tape across the read/write heads of a tape recorder or player
35A ___ Bunton a.k.a. Baby Spice NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Spice (verb)
- To enhance flavour or make something more interesting
- To add herbs or spices to food
Answer:
[spoiler]EMMA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Spice (noun)
- The quality of being highly seasoned and flavourful
- Any aromatic vegetable substance used to add flavour to food
36A South Asian wood NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: South (noun)
- The cardinal direction at 180 degrees
- The southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861
Answer:
[spoiler]TEAK[/spoiler]
Hint 2: South (adverb)
- Moving or facing in a southern direction
37A Ergo NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- HENCE (5 letters)
- THEREFORE (9 letters)
- ASSUCH (6 letters)
- THEN (4 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]THUS[/spoiler]
38A Wild ___ NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Wild (adverb)
- In a chaotic or uncontrolled manner
Answer:
[spoiler]WEST[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Wild (adjective)
- Lacking civilising influences
- Not grounded in reason or fact
39A Campus figures NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Campus (noun)
- An area where university buildings are located
Answer:
[spoiler]DEANS[/spoiler]
44A Shakespearean prince NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shakespearean (noun)
- A scholar or expert on William Shakespeare
Answer:
[spoiler]HAL[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Shakespearean (adjective)
- Related to William Shakespeare or his works
45A First English football club to win the European Cup, informally NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: European (noun)
- A person native to or living in Europe
Answer:
[spoiler]MANU[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Informally (adverb)
- Using casual or colloquial language
46A Campus figure NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Campus (noun)
- An area where university buildings are located
Answer:
[spoiler]BURSAR[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Figure (noun)
- A numerical symbol used in a numbering system
- A diagram or illustration that complements written content
47A Every other day, say NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Day (noun)
- The period of daylight between sunrise and sunset
- The time it takes for Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis
Answer:
[spoiler]ONAREGULARBASIS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Other (adjective)
- Relating to the distant past
- Different from the one previously mentioned or implied
50A Play with one’s food? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Play (verb)
- Compete against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
- Pretend to possess certain qualities or emotions
Answer:
[spoiler]DINNERTHEATER[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Play (noun)
- A theatrical work written for performance on stage
- The skilled and energetic use of a sword or other weapon
51A Sets off mayhem NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Mayhem (noun)
- A chaotic and unnecessary act of violence or disturbance
- The deliberate and unlawful injury or mutilation of another person
Answer:
[spoiler]CAUSESARIOT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Off (verb)
- To intentionally kill with premeditation
1D 10-legged crustacean NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Crustacean (adjective)
- Related to or classified under the class Crustacea
Answer:
[spoiler]PRAWN[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Crustacean (noun)
- An aquatic arthropod with a segmented body and a chitinous exoskeleton
2D Some garnishes NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the following letters to solve today’s answer:
DSNIR
Answer:
[spoiler]RINDS[/spoiler]
3D Announcer NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Announcer (noun)
- A person who presents news or commercials on radio or television
- Someone who publicly delivers a message
Answer:
[spoiler]EMCEE[/spoiler]
4D Does, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
DERE
Answer:
[spoiler]DEER[/spoiler]
5D Chemical suffix NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Suffix (noun)
- An affix added to the end of a word
Answer:
[spoiler]INE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Suffix (verb)
- To add a suffix to a word
6D Mask NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Mask (noun)
- A gathering where guests wear costumes and masks
- A covering used to conceal or disguise the face
Answer:
[spoiler]CONCEAL[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Mask (verb)
- To block or shield from light
- To hide behind a false appearance
7D Kojak and Friday, for two NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Friday (noun)
- The sixth day of the week and the fifth working day
Answer:
[spoiler]TVCOPS[/spoiler]
8D A long, long time NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Time (noun)
- A specific moment indicated by a clock
- A rhythm created by dividing periods into equal durations
Answer:
[spoiler]AEONS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Time (verb)
- To measure the duration of an event or action
- To coordinate an action so it happens at the right moment
9D Down NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Down (noun)
- An English physician (1828–1896) known for first describing Down’s syndrome
- Soft, fine feathers
Answer:
[spoiler]BLUE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Down (adjective)
- Completely understood
- Moving or extending from a higher to a lower position
10D Architect Maya NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer:
NIL
Answer:
[spoiler]LIN[/spoiler]
11D Prove NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Prove (verb)
- To present evidence in support of something
- To make dough rise by using a leavening agent
Answer:
[spoiler]ESTABLISH[/spoiler]
12D “Parasite” actor ___ Woo-shik NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Actor (noun)
- Someone who takes action and accomplishes tasks
- A performer in theatre or film
Answer:
[spoiler]CHOI[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Parasite (noun)
- A person who clings to others for personal gain without offering anything in return
- An organism that lives on or inside a host, drawing nourishment without providing benefits or causing immediate harm
13D Oil, slangily NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Oil (noun)
- A pigment-based paint used by artists
- A dark, hydrocarbon-rich liquid
Answer:
[spoiler]TEXASTEA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Oil (verb)
- To apply oil or ointment, often as part of a religious blessing
- To coat or rub with oil
14D Medic’s skill, for short NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Skill (noun)
- An ability developed through training
- The capability to solve problems within a specific field
Answer:
[spoiler]CPR[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Medic (noun)
- A medical professional serving in the armed forces
- A plant from the Medicago genus, known for its small flowers and trifoliate leaves
15D Felipe VI, en España NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: España (noun)
- A parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe, located on the Iberian Peninsula, and a former colonial power
Answer:
[spoiler]REY[/spoiler]
20D Source of some smokiness in whiskey NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Whiskey (noun)
- A distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash
Answer:
[spoiler]PEAT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Source (noun)
- A referenced publication or excerpt from it
- A person or thing that originates, causes, or initiates something
21D Aid in keeping rain away from walls NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Keeping (noun)
- The duty of a guardian or caretaker
- The act of holding onto something
Answer:
[spoiler]EAVES[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Rain (noun)
- Something occurring rapidly or in quick succession
- Freshwater droplets falling as precipitation from clouds
22D Some sources of typhus NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Typhus (noun)
- A rickettsial disease spread by body lice, marked by a skin rash and high fever
Answer:
[spoiler]LICE[/spoiler]
23D Benefit NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Benefit (verb)
- To be advantageous or helpful
- To gain an advantage or positive outcome
Answer:
[spoiler]PERK[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Benefit (noun)
- Something that supports or enhances well-being
- A performance or event held to raise funds for charity
24D Brief missions NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Brief (noun)
- A legal document outlining the facts and legal arguments of a client’s case
- A short written summary or abstract
Answer:
[spoiler]OPS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Brief (adjective)
- Very short in length, especially clothing
- Concise and to the point
25D One way to illustrate NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Illustrate (verb)
- To explain by providing an example
- To represent visually through an illustration
Answer:
[spoiler]FREEHAND[/spoiler]
Hint 2: One (adjective)
- Informally used as an intensifier for emphasis
- Having the unity or indivisibility of a single unit
26D Unoriginal, as a plot NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Unoriginal (adjective)
- Lacking originality; not creating or producing anything new or unique
Answer:
[spoiler]FORMULAIC[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Plot (verb)
- To create a detailed map or plan of an area
- To draw a schematic or technical diagram showing relationships or construction details
27D Hot couples NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hot (adjective)
- Causing a burning sensation on the taste buds
- Marked by intense or forceful activity and movement
Answer:
[spoiler]ITEMS[/spoiler]
28D John ___, longtime W.W.E. wrestler NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Wrestler (noun)
- A fighter who attempts to bring their opponent to the ground
Answer:
[spoiler]CENA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Longtime (adjective)
- Having existed or remained in a specific role or state for an extended period
29D Secure NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Secure (adjective)
- Protected from attack or interference
- Financially stable and safe
Answer:
[spoiler]LOCK[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Secure (verb)
- To tightly seal or close something
- To ensure or guarantee something
30D Tree with red berrylike fruit NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Berrylike (adjective)
- Having a resemblance to a berry
Answer:
[spoiler]YEW[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Fruit (noun)
- A quantity of a produced item
- The result or outcome of an effort or action
32D Command NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Command (noun)
- In computing, a line of code within a program
- A directive or order given with authority
Answer:
[spoiler]FIAT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Command (verb)
- To exert authoritative control or power over
- To view from a higher position or regard with superiority
34D They may be guaranteed … “or your money back” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: They (pronoun)
- The plural form of he, she, or it, used exclusively as a pronoun and sometimes referring to people without a stated antecedent.
Answer:
[spoiler]RESULTS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Money (noun)
- The primary medium of exchange, serving as legal tender.
- The official currency issued by a government or national bank.
36D Campus protection NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Protection (noun)
- Money demanded by gangsters under the threat of violence
- A covering designed to prevent damage or injury
Answer:
[spoiler]TENURE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Campus (noun)
- An area where university buildings are located
37D Poetic conjunction NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Conjunction (noun)
- The condition of being connected or united
- In astronomy, the apparent alignment or passing of two or more celestial bodies within the same zodiac degree
Answer:
[spoiler]THO[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Poetic (adjective)
- Related to or associated with poetry
- Having qualities that resemble or suit poetry
38D Topic for collective bargaining NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bargaining (noun)
- The process of negotiating the terms of a deal or agreement
Answer:
[spoiler]WAGES[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Collective (adjective)
- Performed by or representative of a group acting together
- Comprising a unified whole or aggregate
39D Land that has no personal income tax NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Income (noun)
- Financial earnings, whether earned or unearned, accumulated over a specific period.
Answer:
[spoiler]DUBAI[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Personal (noun)
- A brief newspaper article focusing on an individual or group.
40D Muse with a lyre NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Lyre (noun)
- An ancient Greek harp used for musical accompaniment.
Answer:
[spoiler]ERATO[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Muse (verb)
- To deeply contemplate or reflect on a subject.
41D Positive NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Positive (adjective)
- Associated with benefits or goodness
- Displaying strong or excessive confidence
Answer:
[spoiler]ASSET[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Positive (noun)
- The basic form of an adjective or adverb, expressing a quality without comparison or degree
- A photographic film where the image’s tones match those of the original subject
42D Depilatory brand NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Depilatory (noun)
- A cosmetic product used for the temporary removal of unwanted hair
- A chemical, often a sulfide, used to remove hair, wool, or bristles from hides
Answer:
[spoiler]NAIR[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Depilatory (adjective)
- Capable of removing hair or making an area hairless
43D Campus figs. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Campus (noun)
- An area where university buildings are located
Answer:
[spoiler]SRS[/spoiler]
45D It might be open for lunch NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Lunch (noun)
- A meal eaten in the middle of the day
Answer:
[spoiler]MENU[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Lunch (verb)
- To serve or have a midday meal
46D Uncle Remus title NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Remus (noun)
- In Roman mythology, the twin brother of Romulus.
Answer:
[spoiler]BRER[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Title (noun)
- A heading that identifies a statute or legislative bill, often summarising its contents.
- A legal document that confirms ownership and the right to possess property.
48D Minuscule messenger NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Minuscule (noun)
- Letters historically stored in the lower section of a typesetter’s case.
- A small cursive script that evolved from uncial between the 7th and 9th centuries, commonly found in medieval manuscripts.
Answer:
[spoiler]RNA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Minuscule (adjective)
- Related to the small cursive script developed from uncial between the 7th and 9th centuries.
- Written in lowercase letters.
49D ___ moment NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Moment (noun)
- A brief, unspecified period of time.
- A point of significance with notable impact or influence.
Answer:
[spoiler]AHA[/spoiler]
