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NYT Crossword Answers for January 15, 2025
If you need assistance with the NYT Crossword for January 15, 2025, we’ve provided a list of all the crossword clues below, so you can easily find the answers you need. You can search for individual clues to find the corresponding answers, which allows you to solve just a few clues without spoiling the rest of the puzzle.
1A Went by quickly NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Quickly (adverb)
- Without putting in much effort.
- With minimal delay.
Answer:
[spoiler]FLEW[/spoiler]
5A “___ knew?” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- A United Nations agency responsible for coordinating global health efforts and assisting governments in enhancing healthcare services.
Answer:
[spoiler]WHO[/spoiler]
8A What to do “if you’ve heard this before” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Heard (adjective)
- Perceived or detected through hearing.
Answer:
[spoiler]STOPME[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Before (adverb)
- At an earlier time; previously.
- In front or ahead.
14A Energy, of a sort NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sort (noun)
- A process that separates items into groups based on a defined criterion.
- A category of things distinguished by a shared characteristic or quality.
Answer:
[spoiler]AURA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Sort (verb)
- To organize or arrange into categories or classes.
- To assess or examine in order to determine suitability.
15A Possessed NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Possessed (adjective)
- Under the influence or control of a powerful force, such as a strong emotion.
- Relating to or resembling a demon, or being under the control of a demon.
Answer:
[spoiler]HAD[/spoiler]
16A Illinois city whose name serves as shorthand for mainstream taste NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Mainstream (noun)
- The dominant or prevailing trend of thought or belief.
Answer:
[spoiler]PEORIA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Shorthand (noun)
- A system of writing quickly by using abbreviated symbols.
17A Look for trouble? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Trouble (noun)
- A source of difficulty or challenge.
- An inconvenient effort or task.
Answer:
[spoiler]STINKEYE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Trouble (verb)
- To cause physical discomfort or illness.
- To disturb someone’s mind, making them uneasy, worried, or alarmed.
19A Parthenon’s place NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Parthenon (noun)
- The primary temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, located on the Acropolis in Athens, built over 400 years B.C.; an example of Doric architecture.
Answer:
[spoiler]ATHENS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Place (noun)
- A position or role within an organization.
- A specific point or location relative to the surface features of a region.
20A Offers, as a resignation NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Resignation (noun)
- The acceptance of a situation with a sense of despair.
- A formal notice or document indicating one’s intention to step down from a position.
Answer:
[spoiler]TENDERS[/spoiler]
21A Good for nothing? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Good-for-nothing (noun)
- A lazy or unworthy person.
Answer:
[spoiler]FREEBIE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Good-for-nothing (adjective)
- Lacking merit; of little or no value or purpose.
22A Espy NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Verb)
- To take control of or manage.
- To interpret or assign meaning to.
Answer:
[spoiler]SEE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: (Noun)
- The location within a bishop’s diocese where their cathedral is situated.
23A Mass transit vehicle NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Transit (noun)
- A system of means and equipment required for the movement of passengers or goods.
- A journey, typically by ship.
Answer:
[spoiler]BUS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Transit (verb)
- To travel or move from one place to another.
- To allow or facilitate passage through.
24A Stock market index, in brief NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Stock (noun)
- The handle of a handgun or the rear part of a rifle or shotgun, or the support of a machine gun or artillery.
- The goods or merchandise available in a shop.
Answer:
[spoiler]DOW[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Stock (adjective)
- Repeated too frequently, becoming overfamiliar due to overuse.
- Commonly used or sold, widely available.
25A “Nova” airer NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Nova (noun)
- A star that expels some of its material as a cloud, becoming significantly brighter in the process.
Answer:
[spoiler]PBS[/spoiler]
28A Put a name to NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Name (verb)
- To assign a specific, usually proper, name to something or someone.
- To list or mention individually; to provide the names of.
Answer:
[spoiler]LABELED[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Name (noun)
- A family lineage based on male descent.
- A defamatory or insulting word or phrase.
31A “Oh, I see it now!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Now (adverb)
- In the present time.
- At this very moment.
Answer:
[spoiler]AHA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Now (noun)
- The current moment.
33A West Coast gas brand NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Coast (noun)
- The action of moving smoothly along a surface while maintaining contact with it.
- The shoreline of a sea or ocean.
Answer:
[spoiler]ARCO[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Coast (verb)
- To move effortlessly, typically due to gravity.
35A Gig makeup? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Makeup (noun)
- Cosmetics applied to the face to enhance or alter one’s appearance.
- An event arranged to replace a previously cancelled one.
Answer:
[spoiler]MEGS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Gig (noun)
- A tool with a shaft and barbed point used for fishing.
- A scheduled performance or booking for musicians.
36A Went wrong NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Wrong (noun)
- That which violates principles of justice or law.
- Any harm or injury caused by a breach of a legal right.
Answer:
[spoiler]ERRED[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Wrong (adjective)
- Not operating correctly or as expected.
- Incorrect; not aligned with fact or truth.
38A With 40-Across, open for business? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Business (noun)
- A commercial or industrial enterprise and the individuals involved in it.
- An incidental activity performed by an actor for dramatic impact.
Answer:
[spoiler]DEARSIR[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Across (adverb)
- In a transverse manner.
40A See 38-Across NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- GRANTFINEHOWYOU (15 letters)
- SIGNS (5 letters)
- CHARD (5 letters)
- THOUGHT (7 letters)
- THELINE (7 letters)
- SYRUP (5 letters)
- GAINS (5 letters)
- SIGNALS (7 letters)
- DRY (3 letters)
- SPACEX (6 letters)
- THESUN (6 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]ORMADAM[/spoiler]
42A One who parties hearty NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hearty (adjective)
- Characterised by or displaying excellent physical or mental health
- Offering plentiful sustenance
Answer:
[spoiler]RAVER[/spoiler]
Hint 2: One (adjective)
- (Informally) extremely; used to intensify a statement
- Possessing the indivisible nature of a singular entity
43A Performer who thinks inside the box? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Performer (noun)
- An entertainer who presents a dramatic or musical piece to an audience
Answer:
[spoiler]MIME[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Inside (adverb)
- Within; on the interior
- In actuality or truth
45A Brand of cooler NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cooler (noun)
- A cell for dangerous or unruly prisoners
- A device used to chill liquids
Answer:
[spoiler]YETI[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Brand (noun)
- A name assigned to a product or service
- A mark of shame or dishonour
46A Scrape (by) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Scrape (noun)
- A low bow with the foot drawn back, showing excessive humility
- A sign of damage
Answer:
[spoiler]EKE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Scrape (verb)
- To scratch or rub repeatedly
- To bend the knees and bow in a submissive manner
47A Scholar NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Scholar (noun)
- An individual (often a child) who learns from a teacher or acquires knowledge and beliefs
- A knowledgeable person, particularly in the humanities, who has attained expertise through extensive study in one or more fields
Answer:
[spoiler]STUDENT[/spoiler]
50A “Spring forward” result: Abbr.NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Spring (noun)
- The ability of an object to stretch and return to its original length
- A quick, self-driven movement upwards or forwards
Answer:
[spoiler]DST[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Spring (verb)
- To rebound or move away from an impact
- To evolve into a unique form or entity
51A Show where the term “Debbie Downer” originated, in brief NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Downer (noun)
- A substance that decreases excitability and has a calming effect on a person
Answer:
[spoiler]SNL[/spoiler]
53A Media clutter NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Clutter (verb)
- To fill a space in a disorganised or untidy manner
Answer:
[spoiler]ADS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Clutter (noun)
- A chaotic collection of items
- Unwanted interference that disrupts the detection of signals on a radar screen
54A Winter coat NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Winter (verb)
- To pass the winter season in a particular place or manner
Answer:
[spoiler]FUR[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Winter (noun)
- The coldest time of the year, typically lasting from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox in the northern hemisphere
56A Fit for a king? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: King (noun)
- A male monarch; ruler of a kingdom
- A competitor who holds a dominant or leading position
Answer:
[spoiler]REGALIA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Fit (verb)
- To be suitable or acceptable
- To fulfil, satisfy, or meet a requirement, need, or condition
58A Triangular pastries NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Triangular (adjective)
- Having three sides
- Having three angles; shaped or structured like a triangle
Answer:
[spoiler]SAMOSAS[/spoiler]
62A Fashion photographer Richard NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Photographer (noun)
- A person who takes photographs as a profession
Answer:
[spoiler]AVEDON[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Fashion (verb)
- To create or assemble from various components, often in an improvised way
63A Run for the hills? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Run (noun)
- A small flowing stream
- A line of untangled stitches
Answer:
[spoiler]SKISLOPE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Run (verb)
- To take a specific form or shape
- To function as intended when used
64A Popular wine from Bordeaux NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bordeaux (noun)
- Any red or white wine produced in the Bordeaux region of France, or wines similar to them
- A port city in southwestern France, known as a major hub for the wine trade
Answer:
[spoiler]MERLOT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Popular (adjective)
- Appealing to or intended for the general public
- (Of music or art) modern and widely liked, particularly among young people
65A See 63-Down NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Down (noun)
- An English physician who first identified Down’s syndrome (1828-1896)
- Soft, fine feathers
Answer:
[spoiler]HER[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Down (adjective)
- Completely understood
- Moving or extending from a higher to a lower position
66A Leave behind NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Behind (adverb)
- Referring to being slower in time
- In a state of owing money
Answer:
[spoiler]LOSE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Behind (noun)
- The fleshy area of the human body used for sitting
67A Spots for Hawaii and Alaska, often NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Alaska (noun)
- A state in the northwestern part of North America; the 49th state to join the union
Answer:
[spoiler]INSETS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Hawaii (noun)
- A U.S. state located in the central Pacific on the Hawaiian Islands
- The largest and southernmost island in Hawaii, known for its volcanic peaks
68A Source of Roquefort cheese NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Roquefort (noun)
- A type of French blue cheese
Answer:
[spoiler]EWE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Source (noun)
- A publication or excerpt from a publication that is cited
- An individual or entity that originates, causes, or initiates something
69A Stanch NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- A cylindrical shape that forms a long, narrow section of something
- A thin or elongated structure that supports a plant, fungus, or a part of a plant
Answer:
[spoiler]STEM[/spoiler]
Hint 2: (Verb)
- To halt the flow of a liquid
- To direct or cause something to point inward
1D Partner of loose NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Partner (noun)
- A person’s spouse
- An associate in a shared activity, endeavour, or area of interest
Answer:
[spoiler]FAST[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Partner (verb)
- To collaborate as a partner
- To pair or assign a partner to someone
2D Instrument depicted in Caravaggio’s “The Musicians” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Caravaggio (noun)
- An Italian painter famous for his realistic portrayal of religious subjects and innovative use of light (1573-1610)
Answer:
[spoiler]LUTE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Instrument (verb)
- To compose an instrumental score for
- To formally address a legal document to someone
3D Sportscaster Andrews NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Andrews (noun)
- A U.S. naturalist known for his contributions to paleontology and geology (1884-1960)
Answer:
[spoiler]ERIN[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Sportscaster (noun)
- An announcer who reports on sports news or provides commentary on sporting events
4D Suit in a tarot deck NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Deck (noun)
- A set of 52 playing cards
- Any of several platforms on a ship or vessel
Answer:
[spoiler]WANDS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Deck (verb)
- To decorate or adorn
- To strike down with force
5D Question from someone who’s lost NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Question (noun)
- Doubt or uncertainty regarding the truth, facts, or existence of something
- A sentence designed to elicit a response
Answer:
[spoiler]WHEREAMI[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Question (verb)
- To challenge the truth, integrity, or appropriateness of something
- To ask a series of questions
6D Does some baling NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- A U.S. lawyer and politician who created a production code regulating the moral content of American films from 1930 to 1966 (1879-1954)
- A U.S. lawyer known for his involvement in several high-profile court trials (1881-1954)
Answer:
[spoiler]HAYS[/spoiler]
7D Shelley’s “___ to the West Wind” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shelley (noun)
- An English Romantic poet (1792-1822)
- An English author who created Frankenstein’s monster and married Percy Bysshe Shelley (1797-1851)
Answer:
[spoiler]ODE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: West (noun)
- A U.S. film actress (1892-1980)
- The region of the United States located west of the Mississippi River
8D Not densely packed NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Packed (adjective)
- Very crowded or filled to full capacity
- Pressed or compressed tightly together
Answer:
[spoiler]SPARSE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Densely (adverb)
- In a concentrated or thick manner
- In a foolish or slow-witted manner
9D ___-à-___ NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
EETT
Answer:
[spoiler]TETE[/spoiler]
10D Expressed some abject admiration NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Admiration (noun)
- A positive evaluation or judgment
- The feeling evoked by something unusual or surprising
Answer:
[spoiler]OOHED[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Expressed (adjective)
- Clearly and precisely communicated, leaving no room for ambiguity
- Conveyed through words
11D Got on first? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: First (noun)
- The fielding position of the player on a baseball team stationed at the first base in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate)
- The designated time when something is expected to start
Answer:
[spoiler]PREBOARDED[/spoiler]
Hint 2: First (adjective)
- Representing the initial unit in a sequence
- Serving to initiate or begin something
12D Kellogg’s cereal with a “Frosted” variety NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Kellogg (noun)
- A U.S. food manufacturer who, alongside his brother, developed a breakfast cereal made from crisp flakes of rolled and toasted wheat and corn, and founded a company to produce it (1860-1951)
Answer:
[spoiler]MINIWHEATS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Frosted (adjective)
- (Referring to glass) having a rough, frosted coating or texture
13D Move gently NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Gently (adverb)
- In a soft or mild manner
- With minimal weight or force
Answer:
[spoiler]EASE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Move (verb)
- To prompt or motivate action
- To be in motion or engage in activity
18D Boat bottom NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Boat (noun)
- A serving dish, often shaped like a boat, used for gravy or sauce
- A small vessel used for traveling on water
Answer:
[spoiler]KEEL[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Boat (verb)
- To travel or ride in a boat on water
21D Overly abundant NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Abundant (adjective)
- Found in large quantities
Answer:
[spoiler]FULSOME[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Overly (adverb)
- To an extent that goes beyond normal or acceptable limits
23D Plead NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Plead (verb)
- To earnestly request or appeal
- To formally state a plea in a court of law
Answer:
[spoiler]BEG[/spoiler]
25D San Diego pro NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- “Father” is a title used to address priests in certain churches, particularly in the Roman Catholic or Orthodox Catholic Church; “Padre” is commonly used in the military
- A chaplain serving in one of the military branches
Answer:
[spoiler]PADRE[/spoiler]
26D Digs out of a hole, maybe NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hole (noun)
- Informal term for a challenging or troublesome situation
- A single playing segment (from tee to green) on a golf course
Answer:
[spoiler]BREAKSEVEN[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Hole (verb)
- To hit the ball into the hole
- To create holes in something
27D Hyenas and raccoons, for two NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
SREGNEVACS
Answer:
[spoiler]SCAVENGERS[/spoiler]
29D Vertex of an infamous triangle NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Vertex (noun)
- The highest point of something
- The point where lines intersect or the point opposite the base of a figure
Answer:
[spoiler]BERMUDA[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Infamous (adjective)
- Widely known, typically for negative reasons
30D Alternative to Rep. or Ind. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Alternative (adjective)
- Used or serving as a substitute for another
- Requiring a choice between two mutually exclusive options
Answer:
[spoiler]DEM[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Alternative (noun)
- One option from a set of choices, where only one can be selected
32D Allow NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Allow (verb)
- To provide or allocate a resource to a specific person or cause
- To make something possible by either taking action or not intervening
Answer:
[spoiler]ADMIT[/spoiler]
34D Mine find NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Mine (noun)
- An excavation in the earth where ores and minerals are extracted
- An explosive device that detonates upon contact, intended to destroy vehicles, ships, or harm personnel
Answer:
[spoiler]ORE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Mine (verb)
- To extract resources from the earth through excavation
- To plant or deploy mines
37D Beam from a sci-fi shooter NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shooter (noun)
- A person skilled in shooting
- A gambler who throws dice in the game of craps
Answer:
[spoiler]RAY[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Beam (noun)
- A set of nearly parallel electromagnetic radiation lines
- A column of light, such as from a beacon
39D Many SAT takers: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Many (adjective)
- A quantifier used with countable nouns, often preceded by words like “as,” “too,” “so,” or “that,” indicating a large but indefinite number
Answer:
[spoiler]SRS[/spoiler]
41D Where you might dress up for a court appearance, informally? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Informally (adverb)
- Using casual or colloquial expressions
Answer:
[spoiler]RENFAIRE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Appearance (noun)
- Pretending something is true to create a favourable impression
- The formal presence of a party in court or at a hearing
44D Checks the age of NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Age (noun)
- A specific time in life, usually defined by years, when a certain qualification or ability is attained
- An extended period of time
Answer:
[spoiler]IDS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Age (verb)
- To grow older
- To begin to appear or become older
48D Spoils NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- ROTS (4 letters)
- LOOT (4 letters)
- HAUL (4 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]TAINTS[/spoiler]
49D Antacid brand NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Antacid (noun)
- A substance that neutralizes or counteracts acidity, particularly in the stomach.
Answer:
[spoiler]TUMS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Antacid (adjective)
- Serving to neutralize acid, especially in the stomach.
52D Mess kitchen implement NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Implement (verb)
- To carry out or bring to a successful conclusion.
- To ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
Answer:
[spoiler]LADLE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Implement (noun)
- A tool or piece of equipment used to achieve a specific purpose.
55D Parker House products NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Parker (noun)
- A United States writer known for her sharp wit (1893-1967).
- A United States saxophonist and leader of the bop jazz style (1920-1955).
Answer:
[spoiler]ROLLS[/spoiler]
Hint 2: House (verb)
- To provide accommodation for.
- To enclose or cover.
56D “Mr. Robot” actor Malek NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Actor (noun)
- A person who takes action and accomplishes tasks.
- A performer in a theatrical production.
Answer:
[spoiler]RAMI[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Robot (noun)
- A device capable of moving automatically.
57D Spoils NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- ROTS (4 letters)
- LOOT (4 letters)
- HAUL (4 letters)
Answer:
[spoiler]LOOT[/spoiler]
58D Twist, as data NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Twist (verb)
- To suddenly rotate, resulting in a sprain.
- To force a plastic object into a bent or angular shape.
Answer:
[spoiler]SKEW[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Twist (noun)
- A sudden strain on muscles or ligaments.
- A turning or rotating movement around a fixed point.
59D Flue symptom? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Symptom (noun)
- Anything that occurs alongside X and is seen as a sign of X’s presence.
- In medicine, any sensation or change in bodily function experienced by a patient and linked to a specific disease.
Answer:
[spoiler]SOOT[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Flue (noun)
- A flat, blade-like projection on the arm of an anchor.
- An organ pipe that produces sound when air passes over the sharp edge of a fissure or lip.
60D Church recess NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Recess (noun)
- A small indentation or hollow.
- A period of suspension or pause in business.
Answer:
[spoiler]APSE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Recess (verb)
- To close or adjourn at the end of a session.
- To create an indentation or hollow in something.
61D Appear NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Appear (verb)
- To give a particular impression or exhibit a specific outward appearance.
- To be released or made public.
Answer:
[spoiler]SEEM[/spoiler]
63D With 65-Across, common pronoun pair NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pronoun (noun)
- A word used in place of a noun or noun phrase.
Answer:
[spoiler]SHE[/spoiler]
Hint 2: Across (adverb)
- In a transverse direction.
