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1A One might be supporting or speaking NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Speaking (noun)
- Giving a speech to a public audience.
- The act of producing understandable speech.
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Hint 2: Speaking (adjective)
- Able to speak or involving the act of speaking.
5A Cardamom-spiced brew NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cardamom (noun)
- Aromatic seeds used as a seasoning, similar to cinnamon and cloves, especially in pickles and barbecue sauces.
- A rhizomatous herb from India with aromatic seeds used for seasoning.
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9A Disneyland transport NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Transport (noun)
- The act 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.
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Hint 2: Transport (verb)
- To captivate or enchant.
- To carry or move something while supporting it, either in a vehicle, by hand, or on the body.
13A Greek god whose name sounds like a zodiac sign NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Greek (noun)
- The Hellenic branch of the Indo-European language family.
- A person native to or living in Greece.
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Hint 2: Greek (adjective)
- Related to Greece, its people, or the Greek language.
14A Achieve on merit NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Achieve (verb)
- To attain or accomplish through effort.
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Hint 2: Merit (noun)
- An admirable quality or trait.
- The state of being worthy or deserving, such as deserving help or recognition.
15A Steel support for concrete NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Concrete (noun)
- A durable building material made from sand, gravel, cement, and water.
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Hint 2: Concrete (adjective)
- Perceptible through the senses; not abstract or imaginary.
- Formed by the combination of particles.
17A 1976 #1 novelty song by Rick Dees and His Cast of Idiots NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Novelty (noun)
- Originality that comes from being new and unexpected.
- Originality that feels fresh and unique.
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19A Like the stereotypical gym membership purchased on New Year’s Day NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Stereotypical (adjective)
- Lacking originality, spontaneity, or individuality.
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Hint 2: Membership (noun)
- The group of individuals belonging to an organization or group.
- The condition of being a member.
21A Google : Android :: Apple : ___ NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Google (noun)
- A popular search engine that uses text-matching methods to identify relevant and important web pages based on a user’s search.
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Hint 2: Google (verb)
- To search for information on the internet using the Google search engine.
22A Hit, as with snowballs NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hit (verb)
- To forcefully drive something into a place.
- To deliberately and intentionally kill someone.
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Hint 2: Hit (noun)
- A noticeable success.
- In physics, a short event where two or more objects collide.
23A Pub drink NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Drink (verb)
- To raise a toast in honor of something or someone.
- To be captivated by or give focused attention to.
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Hint 2: Drink (noun)
- Any liquid intended for consumption.
- The act of swallowing a liquid.
24A Something used on a golf course … or worn on a golf course NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Course (noun)
- A general direction or path.
- In construction, a layer of masonry.
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Hint 2: Course (adverb)
- As expected or naturally.
25A Icy shower NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Shower (noun)
- A person who arranges an exhibition for others to view.
- The act of washing by standing under a spray of water from a nozzle.
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Hint 2: Shower (verb)
- To give or spend generously, including with abstract things.
- To rain heavily.
27A “You goofball!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Goofball (noun)
- A man who is foolish or incompetent.
- A person who entertains others through silly or ridiculous behavior.
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30A Weightlifter’s injury NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Weightlifter (noun)
- An athlete who lifts barbells.
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Hint 2: Injury (noun)
- Harm suffered by military personnel during combat.
- Any physical harm to the body caused by violence, an accident, or a fracture.
32A Tabby NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tabby (noun)
- A female cat.
- A cat with a gray or tawny coat marked with black patterns.
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Hint 2: Tabby (adjective)
- Having gray or brown streaks or patchy coloring, especially referring to the patterned fur of cats.
33A Broke off, as a relationship NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Relationship (noun)
- In anthropology, a connection through blood, marriage, or adoption.
- A connection between people; often used for human interactions or states of relatedness, though it can also describe links between concepts, like inflation and unemployment.
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Hint 2: Off (verb)
- To deliberately kill someone.
34A First-year college student’s assignment, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: First-Year (adjective)
- Describes a person in their first year of an experience, especially in U.S. high school or college.
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Hint 2: Assignment (noun)
- A task or duty given to someone, especially in the military.
- The act of allocating something to specific places or individuals.
36A “Help!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Help (noun)
- A person who assists in meeting a need or achieving a goal.
- A way of providing support or service.
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Hint 2: Help (verb)
- To make a situation better.
- To offer assistance or support.
38A Amount printed in red NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Amount (noun)
- The measurable quantity of something.
- A specific sum of money.
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Hint 2: Amount (verb)
- To total in number or quantity.
- To result in or become.
39A Dance fad of the 1970s NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: 1970s (noun)
- The period from 1970 to 1979.
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Hint 2: Fad (noun)
- A trend or interest that is followed with intense enthusiasm.
42A Cowboy boot attachment NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Attachment (noun)
- The act of connecting or securing something.
- The process of joining things together.
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Hint 2: Cowboy (noun)
- A performer who demonstrates skills in riding, roping, and bulldogging.
- A ranch worker who tends cattle and handles other tasks on horseback.
44A Channel for “Dexter” and “Homeland” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Dexter (adjective)
- Located on or starting from the wearer’s right side.
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Hint 2: Homeland (noun)
- The country where you were born.
45A “S.N.L.” alum Carvey NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Alum (noun)
- A white crystalline double sulfate of aluminum, specifically potassium aluminum sulfate.
- A person who has graduated from a school, such as a high school, college, or university.
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46A Van Gogh’s “Bedroom in ___” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bedroom (noun)
- A room mainly used for sleeping.
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Hint 2: Gogh (noun)
- A Dutch Post-Impressionist painter known for his vibrant use of color (1853–1890).
48A Long time NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Time (noun)
- A specific moment indicated by a clock.
- Rhythm created by dividing into equal parts.
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Hint 2: Time (verb)
- To measure the duration of an event or action, or the performance of a person within a set period.
- To coordinate the application of a force or the occurrence of an action at the right moment.
50A Whom to call when you have a packed house? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Packed (adjective)
- Very crowded or filled to maximum capacity.
- Tightly pressed or compressed together.
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Hint 2: Whom (pronoun)
- The objective form of “who.”
54A Bourbon brand whose name originated from a hunting expedition NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bourbon (noun)
- A European royal dynasty that ruled France (1589–1793), Spain, Naples, and Sicily.
- A member of the European royal family that ruled France.
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Hint 2: Expedition (noun)
- A military operation aimed at achieving a specific goal in a foreign country.
- A trip taken for enjoyment.
57A Principle NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Principle (noun)
- In law, a fundamental explanation of how something works, based on natural laws.
- A guiding rule for personal behavior.
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58A Moody music genre NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Moody (noun)
- An American tennis player who dominated women’s tennis in the 1920s and 1930s (1905–1998).
- An American evangelist (1837–1899).
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Hint 2: Moody (adjective)
- Prone to sudden changes in mood.
- Displaying a sullen or gloomy temperament.
59A Like a person who might prefer platonic relationships, informally NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Platonic (adjective)
- Without physical desire.
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Hint 2: Informally (adverb)
- Using casual or conversational language.
60A “___ Lives,” 2023 film nominated for Best Picture NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Picture (noun)
- An artwork created by applying paint to a surface.
- A visual depiction of an object, scene, person, or idea on a surface.
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Hint 2: Picture (verb)
- To represent in or as if in a picture.
- To imagine or visualize in the mind.
62A One managing a Fortune 500 company’s fortunes, for short NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Fortune (noun)
- An unpredictable event that results in a positive outcome.
- Your general state or situation in life, including all events and experiences.
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63A Make harmless, as a snake NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Harmless (adjective)
- Not causing or able to cause harm.
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Hint 2: Snake (noun)
- A tributary of the Columbia River, originating in Wyoming and discovered by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805.
- A faint, elongated constellation in the southern hemisphere near the equator, positioned between Virgo and Cancer.
65A Knocking over someone’s drink, e.g. … or, homophonically, a hint to 17-, 27-, 39- and 54-Across NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Knocking (noun)
- The sound produced by striking, such as on a door or within an engine or bearing.
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67A Because NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Because (conjunction)
- For the reason that; due to the fact that.
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68A Actor Alan of “M*A*S*H” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Actor (noun)
- A person who takes action and accomplishes tasks.
- A performer in theater or film.
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69A Rim NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Rim (noun)
- The upper edge of a container or vessel.
- A raised edge for reinforcement or attachment to another object.
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Hint 2: Rim (verb)
- To equip with a rim.
- To move or roll along the edge of something.
70A Like a game headed into overtime NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Overtime (noun)
- Extra playing time beyond the regular period to resolve a tie.
- Work performed beyond regular working hours.
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Hint 2: Headed (adjective)
- Moving or directed toward a specific course.
- Having a particular type of head or something that functions as a head, often used in combination.
71A Many a BuzzFeed posting NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Posting (noun)
- The act of sending a letter.
- A notice displayed publicly as an advertisement.
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Hint 2: Many (adjective)
- A term used with countable nouns, often preceded by “as,” “too,” “so,” or “that,” indicating a large but unspecified number.
72A “___ there, done that” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Done (adjective)
- Completed or finished.
- Cooked and ready to serve.
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1D Pickled vegetable in kimbap NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Pickled (adjective)
- Preserved in a pickling solution.
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Hint 2: Vegetable (noun)
- Edible parts of herbaceous plants, such as seeds, roots, stems, leaves, bulbs, tubers, or nonsweet fruits.
- Any herbaceous plant grown for its edible parts, such as the root of a beet, the leaf of spinach, the seeds of beans, or the flower buds of broccoli or cauliflower.
2D Baltimore baseballer NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Baltimore (noun)
- The largest city in Maryland, known for its major seaport and industrial hub.
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3D Lower in rank NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Lower (verb)
- To make something drop or sink.
- To move something or someone to a lower position.
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Hint 2: Lower (noun)
- The bottom of two berths.
4D “Exit full screen” key NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Screen (verb)
- To shield or hide from harm or danger.
- To test or check for the presence of disease or infection.
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Hint 2: Screen (noun)
- A sieve used to separate or grade particles.
- A covering that provides concealment or protection.
5D Give over NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Over (adjective)
- Finished or concluded.
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Hint 2: Over (adverb)
- Throughout a specific period of time.
- Covering the whole area.
6D Schleps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Answers used in the past:
- TOTES (5 letters)
- LUGS (4 letters)
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7D Region that includes parts of Greenland and Norway NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Region (noun)
- An area of an animal’s body with a specific function or supplied by a particular artery or nerve.
- A field of knowledge or subject of interest.
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Hint 2: Greenland (noun)
- The world’s largest island, located between the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, and a self-governing province of Denmark.
8D Fountain pen filler NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Filler (noun)
- Something added to complete or fill a whole.
- A unit of currency in Hungary, where 100 fillers equal 1 forint.
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Hint 2: Fountain (noun)
- An artificial stream of water.
- A natural spring of groundwater.
9D “Honest to goodness!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Goodness (noun)
- Something that is pleasing, valuable, or useful.
- Moral integrity or virtue.
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Hint 2: Honest (adjective)
- Truthful and not inclined to cheat or deceive.
- Genuine and not counterfeit.
10D Go back on one’s word NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Word (noun)
- The divine message of God; the second person of the Trinity, incarnate as Jesus.
- News or information about significant recent events.
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Hint 2: Word (verb)
- To express something in words.
11D ___ Dhabi NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
BUA
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12D Tusked Ice Age mammal NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Tusked (adjective)
- Having tusks.
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Hint 2: Mammal (noun)
- A warm-blooded vertebrate with hair-covered skin, giving birth to live young (except for monotremes) and feeding them with milk.
16D Peanut-butter-and-chocolate candy brand NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Peanut (noun)
- An American plant grown in warm and tropical regions, with yellow flowers that bend toward the soil where the seed pods mature underground.
- The pod of the peanut plant, usually containing two seeds; also called “groundnut” or “monkey nut” in British English.
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Hint 2: Peanut (adjective)
- Of little significance, influence, or status.
18D Menu item NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Menu (noun)
- A list of dishes offered at a restaurant.
- A list of tasks or activities to be completed.
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Hint 2: Item (noun)
- A specific example of a type of symbol.
- A distinct element that can be listed separately as part of a group.
20D Title pages? NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Title (noun)
- A heading that names a statute or legislative bill, often summarizing its contents.
- A legal document that confirms the transfer of property and the right to own it.
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Hint 2: Title (verb)
- Assign an identifying name or term to something.
- Give a name or title to.
23D “Curiously strong” mint NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Curiously (adverb)
- In a way that shows curiosity.
- In an unusual or unexpected manner.
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Hint 2: Strong (adjective)
- Resistant to attack or interference.
- Of high quality and in good condition; well-built.
26D Stood the test of time NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Time (noun)
- A specific moment measured by a clock.
- A rhythmic pattern created by dividing into equal parts.
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Hint 2: Time (verb)
- Determine the duration of an event or action.
- Coordinate the timing of an action to occur at the right moment.
28D A wish might be made on a loose one NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Might (noun)
- Great physical power or strength.
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Hint 2: Wish (verb)
- Want or choose to do something.
- Express a hope or desire for something to happen in the future.
29D Like someone with an “O.O.O.” auto-reply set up, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Someone (noun)
- A person or individual.
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Hint 2: Perhaps (adverb)
- Possibly or by chance.
31D Torah holders NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Torah (noun)
- The first section of the Hebrew Scriptures, consisting of the first five books of the Hebrew Bible.
- In Judaism, a parchment scroll containing the first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures, used during synagogue services.
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35D “What a lifesaver!” NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Lifesaver (noun)
- A ring-shaped flotation device used to prevent drowning.
- A person stationed at a beach or pool to assist and protect swimmers from accidents.
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37D Con NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Con (verb)
- To memorize something thoroughly.
- To deceive or cheat someone.
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Hint 2: Con (noun)
- An individual incarcerated in a jail or prison.
- A scam involving cheating in gambling or convincing someone to purchase something worthless.
39D Talking sheer nonsense NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Talking (noun)
- The act of exchanging thoughts or ideas through conversation.
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Hint 2: Nonsense (noun)
- Decorative items with little value.
- A statement or message that appears meaningless.
40D Person who has skill with a skillet NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Skillet (noun)
- A frying pan used for cooking.
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Hint 2: Skill (noun)
- A learned ability developed through practice.
- The capacity to solve problems in a specific area.
41D Extremely complicated, as a problem NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Complicated (adjective)
- Challenging to understand or figure out.
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Hint 2: Extremely (adverb)
- To a very high degree or extent; greatly or with considerable respect.
42D Cut, as logs NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Cut (noun)
- The removal made when a written passage is shortened through editing.
- The act of slicing or opening with something sharp.
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Hint 2: Cut (verb)
- To remove unnecessary or unwanted elements.
- To reduce or lessen in amount.
43D 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13 and others NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Anagram – Rearrange the letters below to solve today’s answer.
ESMIRP
Answer:
47D Posture NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Posture (noun)
- A typical way of holding or positioning one’s body.
- The strength and resources available that determine the ability to engage in a conflict.
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Hint 2: Posture (verb)
- To adopt a particular stance, often for artistic reasons.
- To act in an exaggerated or unnatural manner to create an impression.
49D Like many a Mount Everest guide NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Everest (noun)
- A mountain in the central Himalayas, situated on the border between Tibet and Nepal; the tallest peak in the world at 29,028 feet.
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Hint 2: Mount (noun)
- An elevated landform that rises prominently above its surroundings, taller than a hill.
- The action of climbing or ascending something.
51D Make hard to read NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Hard (adjective)
- (Regarding light) coming directly from a focused light source.
- Difficult or painful to endure.
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Hint 2: Hard (adverb)
- With strength or determination.
- In a slow or challenging manner.
52D Safe haven NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Haven (noun)
- A protected harbor where ships can load or unload cargo.
- A place of refuge or safety.
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Hint 2: Safe (noun)
- A protective device made of thin rubber or latex, worn during intercourse.
- A secure, ventilated, or refrigerated storage space for keeping food safe from pests.
53D Like some bases or hearts NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Like (verb)
- To prefer or desire to do something.
- To have a particular feeling toward someone or something; to consider or evaluate.
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Hint 2: Like (adjective)
- Similar in nature or appearance; sharing some common traits, often used in combination.
- Completely consistent or matching in every way.
55D Strongly encouraged NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Encouraged (adjective)
- Motivated and filled with confidence.
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Hint 2: Strongly (adverb)
- With great intensity or force.
56D Gridiron units NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Gridiron (noun)
- A metal framework with parallel bars used for grilling meat or fish.
- A field where football games are played.
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61D “Immediately,” in the operating room NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Operating (adjective)
- Currently active or functioning.
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Hint 2: Immediately (adverb)
- Without any delay or pause; instantly.
64D Darth Vader’s boyhood nickname NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Boyhood (noun)
- The period of a boy’s childhood.
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Hint 2: Nickname (noun)
- An informal or shortened name for a person, or a descriptive label for a place or object.
65D Playmate NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Playmate (noun)
- A companion for playing.
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66D Super Bowl’s mo. NYT Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Bowl (noun)
- A small, round, open container used for holding tobacco.
- A large ball with holes for fingers, used in bowling.
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Hint 2: Bowl (verb)
- To participate in the game of bowling.
- To throw a cricket ball from one end of the pitch toward the batsman at the other end.
