Our solution guide for the New York Times Crossword from January 8, 2025, is here to help if you’re finding today’s puzzle challenging. Renowned for its clever wordplay and tricky clues, the NYT Crossword is a daily test of vocabulary and general knowledge. As one of the most popular crosswords worldwide, it offers a rewarding challenge for solvers, both in print and online.
If you’re stuck on any clues from the January 8, 2025, edition, we’ve compiled a list of all the clues and their answers below. You can easily search for the clue you need help with, allowing you to solve just the tricky ones without revealing the rest of the puzzle.
1A Suddenly stopped moving NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Stopped (adjective)
- Refers to a nose that is congested or blocked.
Answer:
Hint 2: Suddenly (adverb)
- Acting on a whim or without prior thought
- Occurring unexpectedly or abruptly
6A Japanese noodle NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Japanese (adjective)
- Pertaining to Japan, its people, culture, or language.
Answer:
Hint 2: Japanese (noun)
- A person who is a native or resident of Japan.
- The language spoken by the Japanese, often classified as part of the Altaic language family.
10A Pronoun that’s falling into disuse NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pronoun (noun)
- A word used to replace a noun or a noun phrase.
Answer:
Hint 2: Falling (adjective)
- Moving downward freely due to gravity.
- Decreasing in level, intensity, or value.
14A Japanese noodle soup NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Japanese (adjective)
- Relating to Japan, its people, culture, or language.
Answer:
Hint 2: Japanese (noun)
- A person who is a native or resident of Japan.
- The language spoken by the people of Japan, often classified as part of the Altaic language group.
15A Chicago paper, familiarly, with “the” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Chicago (noun)
- The largest city in Illinois, known for its vibrant activity and location as a Great Lakes port, spanning 26 miles along the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan.
- A card game where players place chips on the ace, king, queen, and jack of different suits from a separate deck. Players take turns playing the lowest card of a suit in their hand, continuing with higher cards until the sequence ends. The player whose card matches one in the layout wins the chips on that card.
Answer:
Hint 2: Paper (noun)
- A physical item produced by a newspaper publisher.
- An essay, often written as part of an assignment.
16A Virtue signal? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Virtue (noun)
- Any commendable quality or trait.
- Moral conduct, particularly regarding sexual behaviour.
Answer:
Hint 2: Signal (verb)
- To serve as an indication or symptom of something.
- To convey information non-verbally through signals or gestures.
17A In plain sight NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sight (noun)
- The sense or ability to see; the power of vision.
- The act of observing, looking, or noticing something.
Answer:
Hint 2: Sight (verb)
- To catch a glimpse of or perceive with the eyes.
- To align and aim using the sights of a gun or similar device.
18A The devil’s workshop, it’s said NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Workshop (noun)
- A small space where handcrafting or manufacturing activities take place.
- A short, focused course designed for a small group, concentrating on problem-solving.
Answer:
Hint 2: Said (adjective)
- Referring to something or someone already mentioned or discussed.
20A Hiccup NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hiccup (noun)
- Typically occurring in multiples, an involuntary spasm of the diaphragm paired with a quick glottis closure, creating a distinct sound; sometimes linked to indigestion.
Answer:
Hint 2: Hiccup (verb)
- To breathe in a jerky manner, producing the characteristic sound.
22A Like tres and cuatro relative to uno and dos NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Relative (noun)
- An animal or plant that is connected to another through common ancestry or classification in the same genus.
- A person who is connected to another by blood or marriage.
Answer:
Hint 2: Relative (adjective)
- Appropriately related in terms of size, degree, or other measurable traits, often followed by “to.”
- Measured in comparison, rather than being absolute or complete.
23A Shade of black NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Black (verb)
- To turn or become black.
Answer:
Hint 2: Black (noun)
- A famous child actress from the 1930s (born in 1928).
- The characteristic or state of the color black, which is the darkest hue with the least lightness, contrasting most with white.
24A Pasture sound NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pasture (noun)
- A grassy field or area suitable for grazing livestock.
- Coarse feed, such as grass or hay, used for grazing animals like horses or cattle.
Answer:
Hint 2: Pasture (verb)
- To allow livestock to graze in a field or meadow.
- To feed on grass or herbage in a pasture.
27A Casserole topped with guacamole or sour cream NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Guacamole (noun)
- A dip prepared from mashed avocado, blended with chopped onions and various seasonings.
Answer:
Hint 2: Casserole (noun)
- A dish consisting of food cooked and served in a deep container.
- A large, deep dish used for cooking and serving food.
31A They elevate a choir’s performance NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Elevate (verb)
- To promote or assign someone to a higher position.
- To lift or move something to a higher level.
Answer:
Hint 2: Performance (noun)
- A dramatic or musical presentation.
- The way something functions or operates.
33A www addresses NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: WWW (noun)
- A computer network comprising a collection of internet sites that provide text, graphics, sound, and animation resources using the hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP).
Answer:
34A Comedian’s stage performance NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Comedian (noun)
- A professional entertainer who delivers jokes and performs humorous acts.
- An actor who appears in comedic roles.
Answer:
Hint 2: Performance (noun)
- A theatrical or musical presentation.
- The method or process by which something functions or operates.
37A Talk excessively NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Excessively (adverb)
- Beyond normal or acceptable limits.
Answer:
Hint 2: Talk (verb)
- To share ideas or have a conversation.
- To communicate using spoken language.
39A State leader? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Leader (noun)
- A highlighted product sold at a loss to attract customers.
- An individual who governs, guides, or motivates others.
Answer:
Hint 2: State (verb)
- To represent or express using a symbol, formula, or similar means.
- To present or put forward.
40A Relating to form NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Form (noun)
- The physical or visual appearance of someone or something.
- A structural arrangement perceived by the senses.
Answer:
Hint 2: Form (verb)
- To create or shape something, often for a specific purpose.
- To establish or imprint firmly in one’s mind.
41A Burst of energy NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Burst (verb)
- To suddenly and often violently release something that has been contained.
- To break open or apart abruptly and with force.
Answer:
Hint 2: Burst (noun)
- A rapid and intense occurrence.
- A sudden surge of activity, sometimes without a clear cause.
44A Actress Skye of “Say Anything …” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Actress (noun)
- A female actor
Answer:
Hint 2: Anagram – Rearrange the following to get the answer:
ENOI
45A Hole near a sole NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hole (noun)
- An informal term for a challenging or troublesome situation.
- A single playing segment on a golf course, from the tee to the green.
Answer:
Hint 2: Hole (verb)
- To hit a ball into the hole, as in golf.
- To create openings or perforations in something.
46A Corridor NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Corridor (noun)
- A closed passage, typically with rooms opening off it.
Answer:
48A Surveyor’s measure NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Surveyor (noun)
- An engineer who assesses land or structures to determine their boundaries and elevations.
- A person who carries out a statistical survey.
Answer:
Hint 2: Measure (noun)
- A proposed law in its draft form before being enacted.
- A quantifiable amount or quantity of something.
49A Home plate is the “fourth” one NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fourth (adverb)
- In the position or rank of fourth.
Answer:
Hint 2: Fourth (adjective)
- Coming after the third and just before the fifth in sequence, time, degree, or magnitude.
52A Michelle Obama, to Craig Robinson, for short NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Robinson (noun)
- A historian from the United States (1863-1936) who emphasized the significance of intellectual and social events in shaping history.
- A United States boxer (1921-1989) who won the world middleweight title five times and the world welterweight title once.
Answer:
Hint 2: Obama (noun)
- The 44th President of the United States and the first African-American to hold the office.
53A Common volleyball combo … or 20-, 34- and 41-Across together NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Volleyball (noun)
- A sport where two teams use their hands to hit an inflated ball over a tall net.
- The inflated ball used in this game.
Answer:
Hint 2: Together (adverb)
- In a manner involving cooperation and interaction.
- Acting with a shared plan or purpose.
58A Most tacky NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tacky (adjective)
- Lacking taste or elegance; excessively flashy.
- Slightly sticky to the touch, often referring to substances like partially dried paint.
Answer:
Hint 2: Most (adverb)
- Nearly or almost achieved; just short of completion.
- Used to indicate the highest degree in forming the superlative.
61A Wrinkle remover NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Remover (noun)
- A substance, typically a solvent, used to eliminate another material from a surface.
- A person employed by a company to transport furniture.
Answer:
Hint 2: Wrinkle (verb)
- To form wrinkles, folds, or puckers.
- To become creased, crumpled, or wrinkled.
62A Dad humor, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Perhaps (adverb)
- Possibly or by chance.
Answer:
Hint 2: Humour (noun)
- The ability to evoke laughter or amusement.
- The fluid components within the body.
63A Bread in a tandoor NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tandoor (noun)
- A clay oven commonly used in northern India and Pakistan.
Answer:
Hint 2: Bread (noun)
- Slang for money.
- A food made from flour or meal dough, typically leavened with yeast or baking powder and baked.
64A Papal vestment NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Vestment (noun)
- A ceremonial robe or garment, especially worn by clergy.
Answer:
Hint 2: Papal (adjective)
- Originating from, authorised by, or related to the pope or the papacy, considered the successor of the Apostles.
65A Sacrifice a fly? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sacrifice (noun)
- The act of killing an animal or person to appease a deity.
- The act of giving up or losing something as a consequence of a mistake, fault, or failure to act.
Answer:
Hint 2: Sacrifice (verb)
- To bear the loss of something.
- To kill or destroy.
66A Younger Stark daughter on “Game of Thrones” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Younger (adjective)
- Referring to the younger of two individuals with the same name, often used to differentiate a son from his father.
Answer:
Hint 2: Daughter (noun)
- A female offspring of human parents.
67A Book often shelved on its side NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Book (noun)
- A collection of pages bound together to form a physical object.
- A ledger or record used for documenting commercial transactions.
Answer:
Hint 2: Book (verb)
- To arrange and secure something in advance.
- To hire or schedule someone for a performance.
1D Word on a gift tag NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Word (noun)
- The divine message of God; the second person of the Trinity embodied in Jesus.
- News or information about significant and recent events.
Answer:
Hint 2: Word (verb)
- To express something in spoken or written language.
2D Shankar who performed at Woodstock NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shankar (noun)
- An Indian sitar musician renowned for bringing classical Indian music to the West (born in 1920).
Answer:
3D Black cat, maybe NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (noun)
- A signal of something impending
Answer:
Hint 2: (verb)
- To signal, as through a sign or omen
4D “Fiddler on the Roof” star NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fiddler (noun)
- A person who fidgets or manipulates nervously or unconsciously
- A musician who plays the violin
Answer:
Hint 2: Roof (noun)
- A maximum limit on what is permissible
- A protective structure that covers or forms the top of a building
5D Catch in a sting NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer:
ARPENT
Answer:
6D Soup recipe instruction NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Instruction (noun)
- The profession of teaching.
- A line of code written as part of a computer programme.
Answer:
Hint 2: Recipe (noun)
- Guidelines for preparing something.
7D Surgeon, informally NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Surgeon (noun)
- A doctor who specialises in surgery.
Answer:
Hint 2: Informally (adverb)
- Using casual or colloquial language.
8D Shire resident NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Resident (adjective)
- Describing animals that do not migrate.
Answer:
Hint 2: Resident (noun)
- A physician, often an intern, who resides in a hospital and provides care to patients under the supervision of the medical staff.
- A person who lives in a particular place for an extended period or was born there.
9D Héloise’s lover NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Heloise (noun)
- A student, mistress, and wife of Abelard (circa 1098-1164).
Answer:
Hint 2: Lover (noun)
- A passionate admirer and follower.
- A person who loves or is loved by someone.
10D “Kapow!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- BAM (3 letters)
- BLAM (4 letters)
- BANG (4 letters)
Answer:
11D Ancient Chinese dynasty NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Dynasty (noun)
- A series of powerful rulers from the same family.
Answer:
Hint 2: Ancient (noun)
- An elderly person.
- A person who lived in ancient times.
12D Word with style or fashioned NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fashioned (adjective)
- Designed and created with artistic skill.
Answer:
Hint 2: Word (noun)
- The divine expression of God; the second person of the Trinity (embodied in Jesus).
- Information about recent and significant events.
13D Sept. and Oct. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sept (noun)
- The month after August and before October.
- People who are descendants of a common ancestor.
Answer:
Hint 2: Oct (noun)
- The month following September and preceding November.
19D Element named after the Greek word for “sun” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: After (adverb)
- Occurring at a time following a reference point.
Answer:
Hint 2: After (adjective)
- Positioned further towards the rear.
21D Pitchfork-shaped letters NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pitchfork (verb)
- To lift using a pitchfork.
Answer:
Hint 2: Pitchfork (noun)
- A long-handled tool with sharp, widely spaced prongs, used for lifting and pitching hay.
49A Home plate is the “fourth” one NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fourth (adverb)
- In the position or rank of fourth.
Answer:
Hint 2: Fourth (adjective)
- Coming after the third and just before the fifth in sequence, time, degree, or magnitude.
52A Michelle Obama, to Craig Robinson, for short NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Robinson (noun)
- A historian from the United States (1863-1936) who emphasized the significance of intellectual and social events in shaping history.
- A United States boxer (1921-1989) who won the world middleweight title five times and the world welterweight title once.
Answer:
Hint 2: Obama (noun)
- The 44th President of the United States and the first African-American to hold the office.
53A Common volleyball combo … or 20-, 34- and 41-Across together NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Volleyball (noun)
- A sport where two teams use their hands to hit an inflated ball over a tall net.
- The inflated ball used in this game.
Answer:
Hint 2: Together (adverb)
- In a manner involving cooperation and interaction.
- Acting with a shared plan or purpose.
58A Most tacky NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tacky (adjective)
- Lacking taste or elegance; excessively flashy.
- Slightly sticky to the touch, often referring to substances like partially dried paint.
Answer:
Hint 2: Most (adverb)
- Nearly or almost achieved; just short of completion.
- Used to indicate the highest degree in forming the superlative.
61A Wrinkle remover NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Remover (noun)
- A substance, typically a solvent, used to eliminate another material from a surface.
- A person employed by a company to transport furniture.
Answer:
Hint 2: Wrinkle (verb)
- To form wrinkles, folds, or puckers.
- To become creased, crumpled, or wrinkled.
62A Dad humor, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Perhaps (adverb)
- Possibly or by chance.
Answer:
Hint 2: Humour (noun)
- The ability to evoke laughter or amusement.
- The fluid components within the body.
63A Bread in a tandoor NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tandoor (noun)
- A clay oven commonly used in northern India and Pakistan.
Answer:
Hint 2: Bread (noun)
- Slang for money.
- A food made from flour or meal dough, typically leavened with yeast or baking powder and baked.
64A Papal vestment NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Vestment (noun)
- A ceremonial robe or garment, especially worn by clergy.
Answer:
Hint 2: Papal (adjective)
- Originating from, authorised by, or related to the pope or the papacy, considered the successor of the Apostles.
65A Sacrifice a fly? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sacrifice (noun)
- The act of killing an animal or person to appease a deity.
- The act of giving up or losing something as a consequence of a mistake, fault, or failure to act.
Answer:
Hint 2: Sacrifice (verb)
- To bear the loss of something.
- To kill or destroy.
66A Younger Stark daughter on “Game of Thrones” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Younger (adjective)
- Referring to the younger of two individuals with the same name, often used to differentiate a son from his father.
Answer:
Hint 2: Daughter (noun)
- A female offspring of human parents.
67A Book often shelved on its side NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Book (noun)
- A collection of pages bound together to form a physical object.
- A ledger or record used for documenting commercial transactions.
Answer:
Hint 2: Book (verb)
- To arrange and secure something in advance.
- To hire or schedule someone for a performance.
1D Word on a gift tag NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Word (noun)
- The divine message of God; the second person of the Trinity embodied in Jesus.
- News or information about significant and recent events.
Answer:
Hint 2: Word (verb)
- To express something in spoken or written language.
2D Shankar who performed at Woodstock NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shankar (noun)
- An Indian sitar musician renowned for bringing classical Indian music to the West (born in 1920).
Answer:
3D Black cat, maybe NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: (noun)
- A signal of something impending
Answer:
Hint 2: (verb)
- To signal, as through a sign or omen
4D “Fiddler on the Roof” star NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fiddler (noun)
- A person who fidgets or manipulates nervously or unconsciously
- A musician who plays the violin
Answer:
Hint 2: Roof (noun)
- A maximum limit on what is permissible
- A protective structure that covers or forms the top of a building
5D Catch in a sting NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer:
ARPENT
Answer:
6D Soup recipe instruction NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Instruction (noun)
- The profession of teaching.
- A line of code written as part of a computer programme.
Answer:
Hint 2: Recipe (noun)
- Guidelines for preparing something.
7D Surgeon, informally NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Surgeon (noun)
- A doctor who specialises in surgery.
Answer:
Hint 2: Informally (adverb)
- Using casual or colloquial language.
8D Shire resident NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Resident (adjective)
- Describing animals that do not migrate.
Answer:
Hint 2: Resident (noun)
- A physician, often an intern, who resides in a hospital and provides care to patients under the supervision of the medical staff.
- A person who lives in a particular place for an extended period or was born there.
9D Héloise’s lover NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Heloise (noun)
- A student, mistress, and wife of Abelard (circa 1098-1164).
Answer:
Hint 2: Lover (noun)
- A passionate admirer and follower.
- A person who loves or is loved by someone.
10D “Kapow!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- BAM (3 letters)
- BLAM (4 letters)
- BANG (4 letters)
Answer:
11D Ancient Chinese dynasty NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Dynasty (noun)
- A series of powerful rulers from the same family.
Answer:
Hint 2: Ancient (noun)
- An elderly person.
- A person who lived in ancient times.
12D Word with style or fashioned NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fashioned (adjective)
- Designed and created with artistic skill.
Answer:
Hint 2: Word (noun)
- The divine expression of God; the second person of the Trinity (embodied in Jesus).
- Information about recent and significant events.
13D Sept. and Oct. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Sept (noun)
- The month after August and before October.
- People who are descendants of a common ancestor.
Answer:
Hint 2: Oct (noun)
- The month following September and preceding November.
19D Element named after the Greek word for “sun” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: After (adverb)
- Occurring at a time following a reference point.
Answer:
Hint 2: After (adjective)
- Positioned further towards the rear.
21D Pitchfork-shaped letters NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pitchfork (verb)
- To lift using a pitchfork.
Answer:
Hint 2: Pitchfork (noun)
- A long-handled tool with sharp, widely spaced prongs, used for lifting and pitching hay.
24D Place to pick daisies NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1 Place (noun)
- A position or role within an organisation.
- A specific point identified in relation to the surface characteristics of a particular area.
Answer:
Hint 2: Place (verb)
- To designate or allocate a location for something.
- To determine or assign a rank or rating.
25D Mysterious knowledge NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Mysterious (adjective)
- Difficult to understand or explain; obscure in nature.
- Possessing a meaning or significance that is not immediately evident to the senses or intellect; beyond ordinary comprehension.
Answer:
Hint 2: Knowledge (noun)
- The outcome of perception, learning, and reasoning; an understanding gained through experience and study.
26D Rick of Rickrolling fame NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Rick (verb)
- To twist abruptly, causing a sprain.
- To arrange or stack into ricks.
Answer:
Hint 2: Rick (noun)
- A sharp, painful muscle spasm, particularly in the neck or back (used in British English as ‘rick’ or ‘wrick’).
- A heap or stack of hay.
27D Earl of food storage fame NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Storage (noun)
- The act of placing items in a warehouse for safekeeping.
- A device used for storing electronic data.
Answer:
Hint 2: Food (noun)
- A solid substance consumed as a source of nourishment.
- Anything that stimulates the mind and encourages thought.
28D Southwestern gully NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Gully (noun)
- A deep trench or channel carved by flowing water, often formed after heavy rainfall.
Answer:
Hint 2: Southwestern (adjective)
- Located in or directed towards the southwest.
- Related to a region in the United States typically encompassing New Mexico, Arizona, Texas, California, and sometimes Nevada, Utah, and Colorado.
29D Attacked, as by a tiger NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tiger (noun)
- A large wild cat native to Asian forests, known for its tawny coat with black stripes; classified as an endangered species.
- A bold or fearless individual.
Answer:
30D Shakespearean dying words NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shakespearean (noun)
- A scholar who specialises in the works of William Shakespeare.
- Pertaining to William Shakespeare or his literary creations.
Answer:
Hint 2: Dying (adjective)
- Intensely longing or yearning; connected to or involved with the act of death or the process of life ending.
32D Party pooper NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Party (noun)
- A group formed to achieve political influence or authority.
- A gathering of individuals united for a specific purpose or activity, often temporary.
Answer:
Hint 2: Party (verb)
- To host or take part in a celebratory event or gathering.
35D Flight board posting: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Posting (noun)
- The act of sending a letter.
- A notice or advertisement displayed in a public area.
Answer:
Hint 2: Flight (noun)
- A journey or trip taken by air.
- A set of stairs connecting one floor or landing to another.
36D Near NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Near (adjective)
- In or marked by a close or intimate relationship.
- Close in terms of time, space, degree, or circumstances.
Answer:
Hint 2: Near (adverb)
- Close in time, place, or relationship.
- Almost or nearly achieved; just short of being accomplished.
38D Personification of darkness, in Greek myth NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Personification (noun)
- The depiction of an abstract concept or idea as a person or creature.
- The attribution of human traits to abstract concepts or things.
Answer:
Hint 2: Darkness (noun)
- The lack of light or illumination.
- The absence of moral or spiritual values.
42D Cross-country runner’s asset NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Runner (noun)
- In football, the player carrying the ball and attempting to advance it during an offensive play.
- A type of fish found in the western Atlantic, from Cape Cod to Brazil.
Answer:
Hint 2: Country (noun)
- The land or region inhabited by a nation.
- A politically unified group of people governed under a single authority.
43D Big ___ (Seton Hall’s conference) NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Conference (noun)
- A group of sports teams that organize matches for their members.
- A meeting where participants discuss a specific, often serious, topic.
Answer:
Hint 2: Hall (noun)
- A U.S. chemist known for developing an efficient method of producing aluminum from bauxite (1863-1914).
- A large entrance or reception area in a building.
47D Portugal’s capital, in Portugal NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Portugal (noun)
- A republic located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. Portuguese explorers and colonists built a vast overseas empire, including Brazil, during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Answer:
Hint 2: Capital (noun)
- The top part of a column that supports the entablature.
- The central government of the United States.
50D Warrior’s weapon NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer:
APERS
Answer:
51D Assignment often graded with a red pen NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Graded (adjective)
- Organized in a series of levels or ranks.
Answer:
Hint 2: Assignment (noun)
- A task or responsibility assigned to you, especially in the military.
- The process of distributing something to specific locations or individuals.
53D Not quite broken, say NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Broken (adjective)
- Not functioning or inoperative (with “busted” as an informal alternative).
- Tamed or trained to follow commands or behave obediently.
Answer:
54D Mountain above Vulcan’s forge NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer:
ANTE
Answer:
55D Right-leaning type?: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Leaning (noun)
- A natural tendency or preference
- The characteristic of a line or surface that deviates from the vertical
Answer:
Hint 2: Leaning (adjective)
- Moving away from or being caused to move away from the true vertical or horizontal
56D Nut that’s a source of caffeine NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Caffeine (noun)
- A bitter alkaloid present in coffee and tea, responsible for their stimulating effects
Answer:
Hint 2: Source (noun)
- A reference to a publication (or a part of it)
- Someone who originates, causes, or initiates something
57D Noneternal flames? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer:
XESE
Answer:
58D Loops in, in a way NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer:
SSC
Answer:
59D It’s not one of the five W’s NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Five (noun)
- A basketball team
- A playing card, domino, or die showing five pips on its upward face
Answer:
Hint 2: Five (adjective)
- The number that comes after four
60D The “E” of B.C.E. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Phenolic (noun)
- A thermosetting resin
Answer:
Hint 2: Hygrometer (noun)
- An instrument used to measure the relative humidity of the atmosphere