The NYT Crossword answers guide for January 28, 2025, is here to assist you if you find yourself stuck on a clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily puzzle that challenges solvers with its tricky clues and clever wordplay. It’s one of the most widely known crosswords worldwide, available in both print and online editions of The New York Times.
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1A Wagner heroine NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Wagner (noun)
- An Austrian architect (1841–1918) known as a pioneer of modern architecture.
- A German composer (1813–1883) famous for his operas and for inventing the musical drama, where drama, spectacle, and music are seamlessly combined.
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Hint 2: Heroine (noun)
- A woman who embodies heroic qualities or has carried out heroic deeds.
- The central female protagonist in a work of fiction.
7A Words before date or speed NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Words (noun)
- An intense argument or disagreement.
- The dialogue or speech in a play.
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Hint 2: Before (adverb)
- Earlier in time; previously.
- At or in the front.
11A Like some scientists and dashes NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Like (verb)
- To prefer or desire to do something.
- To feel a certain way about or towards something; to consider, evaluate, or regard.
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Hint 2: Like (adjective)
- Similar or resembling; having the same or some of the same characteristics, often used in combination.
- Conforming in every respect.
14A Go off track NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Track (noun)
- A road or path, especially a rough one, that allows passage.
- In computer science, one of the circular magnetic paths on a disk used to guide data writing and reading.
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Hint 2: Track (verb)
- To travel across or move over.
- To pursue with the aim of catching.
15A Old-fashioned prelude to a duel NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Old-fashioned (adjective)
- No longer in style or out of fashion.
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Hint 2: Fashioned (adjective)
- Designed and created, often with artistic planning or craftsmanship.
16A Big bird NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Big (adjective)
- Generous or freely given.
- Extremely intense.
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Hint 2: Big (adverb)
- In a boastful or exaggerated manner.
17A The 68 participants in the N.C.A.A. March Madness tournament, e.g. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tournament (noun)
- A sporting event where participants compete in a series of games to determine the winner.
- A series of jousts between knights, typically held to contest for a prize.
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Hint 2: Madness (noun)
- A viral disease affecting the nervous system of warm-blooded animals, often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal; rabies is fatal once the virus reaches the brain.
- Uncontrolled excitement or enthusiasm.
19A Quick drink NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1:Drink (verb)
- To propose a toast to someone or something.
- To be captivated or engrossed by; to pay close attention to.
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Hint 2: Drink (noun)
- Any liquid that is safe to consume.
- The act of swallowing a liquid.
20A Staff NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Staff (noun)
- In music, the system of five horizontal lines where musical notes are written.
- The group of teachers and administrators at a school.
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Hint 2: Staff (verb)
- To provide with staff or employees.
- To work as part of the staff in an organization.
21A Deserve NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Deserve (verb)
- To be worthy of or entitled to something.
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22A In the buff NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Buff (verb)
- To strike or hit repeatedly.
- To polish and make something shiny.
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Hint 2: Buff (noun)
- A tool made of soft material mounted on a block, used for polishing (e.g., in manicuring).
- A medium to dark tan colour.
23A Rank below marquess NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Marquess (noun)
- A nobleman in various countries who ranks above a count.
- In Britain, a peer who ranks below a duke and above an earl.
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Hint 2: Rank (verb)
- To assign a rank or rating to someone or something.
- To take precedence or surpass others in rank.
25A Convenience NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Convenience (noun)
- A public toilet.
- A device or control that is highly useful for a specific task.
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28A Michelangelo’s David and the Venus de Milo, for two NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Michelangelo (noun)
- A Florentine sculptor, painter, and architect, regarded as one of the most prominent figures of the Renaissance (1475–1564).
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Hint 2: David (noun)
- A French neoclassical painter who strongly supported the French Revolution (1748–1825).
- The patron saint of Wales (circa 520–600).
33A A, in Aachen NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Aachen (noun)
- A city in western Germany, located near the borders of the Netherlands and Belgium; historically, it was the northern capital of Charlemagne.
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34A The “S” of CBS: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answer used in the past:
- SYS (3 letters)
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35A Like some remedies or teas NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Like (verb)
- To desire or prefer to do something.
- To regard, consider, or evaluate in a particular way.
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Hint 2: Like (adjective)
- Similar or resembling; having some of the same characteristics, often used in combination.
- Conforming completely in every way.
37A Sow’s sniffer NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sniffer (noun)
- A person who sniffs.
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Hint 2: Sow (verb)
- To plant seeds in or on the ground.
- To place seeds in the ground for future growth.
39A Listen here NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Listen (verb)
- To pay close attention to; to heed.
- To listen attentively and focus.
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41A Cheers (for) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Noun)
- The state of being connected to a specific place or group based on social, ethnic, or cultural heritage.
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Hint 2: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
ROOST
42A Bit of shut-eye NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shut-eye (noun)
- An informal term for sleep.
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Hint 2: Shut (verb)
- To move in a way that obstructs an opening or passage; to close.
- To prevent entry; to block out.
44A C-worthy NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Worthy (adjective)
- Deserving of being selected, particularly as a spouse.
- Having qualities or abilities that deserve recognition in some way.
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Hint 2: Worthy (noun)
- A person of importance or honor, often used humorously.
46A Young fellow NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Young (adjective)
- (Of crops) harvested early, before reaching full maturity.
- Characteristic of youth; vibrant and fresh.
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47A Purim or Rosh Hashanah NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Purim (noun)
- A Jewish holiday in Judaism that celebrates the deliverance of the Jewish people from a massacre planned by Haman.
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50A Mononymous Irish singer NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Irish (noun)
- Whiskey produced in Ireland, primarily made from barley.
- People from Ireland or of Irish descent.
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Hint 2:Singer (noun)
- An American inventor known for improving the chain-stitch sewing machine (1811–1875).
- A U.S. writer, born in Poland, known for Yiddish stories and novels (1904–1991).
51A Pop NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pop (verb)
- To bulge outward.
- To drink something quickly or entirely.
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Hint 2: Pop (noun)
- An informal term for a father, likely derived from baby talk.
- Music that appeals to teenagers, often seen as a softer, more rhythm-focused version of rock’n’roll, with an emphasis on romantic themes.
52A The ___ of Avon NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Avon (noun)
- A river in southwestern England that originates in Gloucestershire, flows through Bristol, and empties into the Severn Estuary.
- A river in central England that passes through Stratford-upon-Avon and flows into the Severn.
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55A Doesn’t keep NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Keep (noun)
- The central tower inside the walls of a medieval castle or fortress.
- The financial resources needed to support one’s livelihood.
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Hint 2: Keep (verb)
- To maintain by regularly writing records.
- To align one’s actions or practices with certain standards.
57A Sgt. or cpl. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
CON
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60A Bowl over NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bowl (noun)
- A small, round container open at the top, used for holding tobacco.
- A large ball with finger holes, used in the sport of bowling.
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Hint 2: Bowl (verb)
- To participate in the sport of bowling.
- To deliver a cricket ball from one end of the pitch towards the batsman at the other end.
61A Old TV series featuring the creepy main character Barnabas Collins NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Character (noun)
- A formal reference from a previous employer to a potential future employer, detailing the person’s qualifications and reliability.
- A person with a specific type of nature, often with many distinctive or eccentric traits.
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Hint 2: Character (verb)
- To engrave or inscribe symbols or letters on something.
65A Drag accessory NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Accessory (noun)
- An item of clothing or gear that is worn or carried, but not part of the main outfit.
- A supplementary component that enhances functionality or capability.
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Hint 2: Accessory (adjective)
- Assisting in or contributing to the commission of a crime.
- Providing additional support or assistance.
66A Et ___ (and others) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answer used in the past:
- ALIA (4 letters)
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67A Place for a lace NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Lace (verb)
- To add alcohol to beverages.
- To spin, twist, or wind together.
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Hint 2: Lace (noun)
- A cord threaded through eyelets or around hooks to fasten two edges together (e.g., on shoes or garments).
- A fine, decorative fabric made with an open weave of symmetrical patterns.
68A With 69-Across, courtroom directive … or, homophonically, what the starts of 17-, 28-, 47-and 61-Across are NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Directive (adjective)
- Leading or guiding the way; imposing direction or control.
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Hint 2: Directive (noun)
- A statement or instruction that encourages or prohibits a specific activity.
69A See 68-Across NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Verb)
- To rise from bed.
- To return to life after death.
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Hint 2: (Noun)
- An increase in price.
- The event in theology marking the origin of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.
70A Tranquil NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tranquil (adjective)
- (Of water) calm and undisturbed by heavy waves.
- Calm and composed; not agitated or losing self-control.
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1D T.S.A. requirements NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
DIS
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2D Nostradamus, for one NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Nostradamus (noun)
- A French astrologer (1503–1566) known for writing cryptic predictions, the meanings of which are still debated.
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Hint 2: One (adjective)
- (Informal) Used as an intensifier, meaning very.
- Having the singular, indivisible nature of a unit.
3D Cookie with its name on it NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cookie (noun)
- The cook on a ranch or at a camp.
- A small, flat, sweet cake (known as a “biscuit” in British English).
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Hint 2: Name (verb)
- To assign a specific name, usually a proper name.
- To list or identify individually by name.
4D Item on a fire truck NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Truck (noun)
- A motor vehicle designed for transporting goods.
- A handcart with two low wheels, a ledge at the bottom, and handles at the top, used to move crates or heavy objects.
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Hint 2: Truck (verb)
- To transport goods by truck.
5D Stop running NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Running (noun)
- The act of competing in an athletic event that involves running on a track.
- The action of moving on foot at a fast pace.
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Hint 2: Running (adjective)
- (Of a machine) functioning or capable of functioning.
- Measured along its length.
6D In one’s golden years NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Years (noun)
- An extended period of time.
- A later stage in life.
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Hint 2: Golden (adjective)
- Indicating or likely to bring good fortune or a positive outcome.
- Characterized by peace and prosperity.
7D App customer NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Customer (noun)
- A person who purchases goods or services.
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8D Venus, but not Serena NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Venus (noun)
- The type genus of the family Veneridae, comprising edible clams with thick, oval shells.
- The Roman goddess of love, equivalent to the Greek goddess Aphrodite.
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9D Many a tartan cap NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Many (adjective)
- A quantifier used with countable nouns, often preceded by “as,” “too,” “so,” or “that,” indicating a large but indefinite number.
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Hint 2: Tartan (noun)
- A fabric with a crisscross or checkered pattern.
10D Photo ___ NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Photo (noun)
- An image of a person or scene, presented as a print, a transparent slide, or in digital form.
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11D List of options NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: List (verb)
- To create or provide a list of items; to name or identify individually.
- To cause something to tilt or lean to one side.
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Hint 2: List (noun)
- A collection of items (names or topics) arranged in an ordered format, such as in a database.
- The characteristic of a line or surface that tilts away from the vertical.
12D Surrounded by NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Surrounded (adjective)
- Enclosed or enclosed on every side.
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13D Trick NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Trick (noun)
- An illusion or feat, often perceived as magical by unsuspecting observers.
- A clever or deceitful act or scheme.
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Hint 2: Trick (verb)
- To deceive or mislead someone.
18D “Honor Thy Father” author NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Author (noun)
- A person who originates, causes, or initiates something.
- A professional writer who creates books, stories, articles, or similar works for payment.
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Hint 2: Author (verb)
- To create or write something, especially as the author.
22D Prefix with -logical NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Prefix (noun)
- An affix added at the beginning of a word.
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Hint 2: Prefix (verb)
- To add a prefix to a word.
24D Choose not to participate NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Participate (verb)
- To take part in or become involved in an activity.
- To share in something.
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Hint 2: Choose (verb)
- To select from a range of options.
- To pick one option over another.
26D “Feels so good!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Good (noun)
- Something that is pleasing, valuable, or useful.
- Commercial products or items.
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Hint 2: Good (adjective)
- Having a close or intimate relationship.
- Having a strong effect or influence.
27D Olympics no-no NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Olympics (noun)
- The modern revival of the ancient games, held every four years in a chosen country.
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28D Nicki with the 2014 hit “Anaconda” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anaconda (noun)
- A large tree-dwelling boa found in tropical South America.
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29D Make ___ of (jot down) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Down (noun)
- An English physician who first described Down’s syndrome (1828–1896).
- Soft, fine feathers.
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Hint 2: Down (adjective)
- Fully understood or clear.
- Moving or positioned from a higher to a lower place.
30D Secret store NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Store (noun)
- An electronic memory device.
- A place where goods are kept or stored.
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Hint 2: Store (verb)
- To save or set aside for future use.
- To find a place and put away for safekeeping.
31D Virus first discovered in 1976 NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Virus (noun)
- A software program that can replicate itself and potentially cause significant damage to files or other programs on a computer.
- A harmful or corrupting agent.
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Hint 2: Discovered (adjective)
- Identified or determined through scientific observation.
32D Skewered Indonesian dish NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Indonesian (noun)
- The form of Malay spoken as the national language in Indonesia or Malaysia.
- A native or resident of Indonesia.
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Hint 2: Dish (noun)
- An activity you enjoy or excel at.
- A very attractive or alluring woman.
33D F1 neighbor NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Neighbor (verb)
- To live or be situated next to someone or something.
- To be located near or adjacent to.
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Hint 2: Neighbor (noun)
- An object of the same kind located nearby.
- A person who lives or is situated near another.
36D It’s taken to start a trip NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Trip (verb)
- To become high, stoned, or under the influence of drugs.
- To cause movement or action.
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Hint 2: Trip (noun)
- A catch mechanism that functions as a switch.
- An accidental misstep that risks or causes a fall.
38D Like bachelors NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Like (verb)
- To prefer or desire to do something.
- To feel a certain way about or towards something; to consider, evaluate, or regard.
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Hint 2: Like (adjective)
- Resembling or similar to something; sharing some of the same characteristics, often used in combination.
- Conforming fully or exactly in every aspect.
40D Fowl poles? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fowl (noun)
- A domesticated bird, typically descended from the red jungle fowl.
- The meat of a bird, either wild or domesticated, used for food.
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Hint 2: Fowl (verb)
- To hunt birds.
- To hunt birds in the forest.
43D Therapist’s maj. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Therapist (noun)
- A professional trained in a specific type of therapy.
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45D Walks through water NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Through (adjective)
- Having been completed or finished.
- A route or journey that continues without needing stops or changes.
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Hint 2: Through (adverb)
- Across the entire extent or scope.
48D 2024 campaign name NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Campaign (noun)
- A series of coordinated efforts aimed at achieving a specific goal, typically within a set time and location.
- A contest between candidates for an elected position.
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Hint 2: Campaign (verb)
- To participate in a campaign or go to war.
- To run for an office or compete for a position.
49D It’s up when you’re angry NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Angry (adjective)
- (Of natural forces) appearing as if expressing violent anger.
- Experiencing or expressing anger.
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52D ___ ghanouj NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
ABBA
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53D Way off base? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Base (noun)
- A terrorist network strongly opposed to the United States, providing financial, logistical support, and training to various radical Islamic groups, with cells in over 50 countries.
- The lowest supporting part of a structure.
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Hint 2: Base (adjective)
- Of low social or economic status (an older usage).
- Illegitimate or immoral.
54D Bona fide NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (Adjective)
- Representing or reflecting the true or fundamental nature of something.
- Able to be regarded as a fact.
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Hint 2: (Adverb)
- Used informally to intensify meaning; “real” often substitutes for “really.”
- “Rattling” used informally for emphasis.
56D Steinbeck’s Tom Joad, e.g. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Steinbeck (noun)
- A renowned American author, known for his novels focusing on agricultural workers (1902–1968).
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Hint 2: Tom (noun)
- A male cat.
- A male turkey.
58D ___ slaw NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Slaw (noun)
- Basically shredded cabbage
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59D Clive of “Inside Man” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Clive (noun)
- A British general and statesman whose victory at the Battle of Plassey in 1757 solidified British control over India (1725–1774).
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Hint 2: Inside (adverb)
- Within or on the inner side.
- In truth or actuality.
61D ___ es Salaam, Tanzania NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tanzania (noun)
- A republic located in eastern Africa.
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Hint 2: Salaam (noun)
- A respectful bow, often used as a Muslim form of greeting or salutation.
62D “Beef” star Wong NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Beef (noun)
- Informal term for expressing objections or grievances.
- Cattle raised for meat production.
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Hint 2: Beef (verb)
- To complain or express dissatisfaction.
63D House vote NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Vote (noun)
- A legal right granted by the 15th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and extended to women by the 19th Amendment.
- A decision made by counting the number of supporters for each option.
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Hint 2: Vote (verb)
- To create or make something available through a vote.
- To express a choice or opinion.
64D French holy title: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: French (noun)
- The people of France.
- An American sculptor, known for creating the seated marble figure of Abraham Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. (1850–1931).
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Hint 2: French (adjective)
- Relating to France or its people.