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Friday, October 4, 2024

2410 Fri Oct 04, 2024 NY Times Crossword Clues Hints

Across Clues :

1. [Chef's kiss], 5. Tablet that's impossible to swallow?, 9. Some ballpark figures, 13. Burgundy specialty, 15. Fair sight, 16. Place to conceal oneself, 17. Onetime home of the world's largest pineapple plantation, 18. Lock horns (with), 19. Customarily, 21. Part of a speaker's introduction, 24. Inscrutable sorts, 26. Word said with a salute, 27. Email status, 29. Initialism that precedes "+", 31. Pluses and minuses, e.g., 32. Common suspect in a murder mystery, 33. It has an alumni magazine called Shipmate, in brief, 35. Pennsylvanie, e.g., 36. Frequent Missy Elliott collaborator, 37. "Citizen ___" (2021 documentary about a tennis icon), 38. Take in a spread, 39. Code inits., 40. Down state?, 41. Landing site for Raptors and Eagles, 43. Once, for one, 44. Business name abbr., 45. Many, 47. Make soaking wet, 48. "This is heaven!", 50. Acrobat displays, 52. Prepare to swing, say, 53. Things that might get broken at a raucous party, 58. Bitter green, 59. In the buff, 60. Weight, 61. Heart of the matter, 62. Demo for many parents of Alphas

Down Clues :

1. Speed reading, for short, 2. ___ Sports (hit video game), 3. It can lead to a longer sentence, 4. Landscapers' tools, 5. Under control, 6. Indian fried bread, 7. Suffer, 8. Certain romantic ideal, 9. Sound from a jubilant crowd, 10. Periodical supplements, 11. Long lunch?, 12. Less forward, 14. Go-getters, often, 15. So-called "explosion shot" from a sand trap, 20. Big name in hummus, 21. Cleared up after waiting, perhaps, 22. Form instruction, 23. What often carries a U.S.D.A. seal, 25. Shone brightly, 28. Step into, 30. Pang of conscience, 32. Runs into some difficulties, 34. High-end skin-care brand, 36. Total disarray, 40. Self-serving arrangement?, 42. Momentary disruptions, 43. Acknowledges tacitly, 44. Shut securely, 46. Classic ice-skating moves, 49. Intense craving, 51. Metaphor for idleness, 54. Cannes "confirm"?, 55. "___ not!", 56. Liu regarded as China's first supermodel, 57. Apt letters missing from _ _ ipper _

Break down the NYT Crosswords: October 04, 2024

Let's go into the puzzle, starting with the across clues and answers, followed by the down clues and answers.

2410 Fri Oct 04, 2024 NY Times Crossword Clues Hints


Across Clues with Answers:

  • The clue is 1. [Chef's kiss]. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: MWAH


  • The clue is 5. Tablet that's impossible to swallow?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: IPAD


  • The clue is 9. Some ballpark figures. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: RBIS

    Possible Answer : run_batted_in, rbi


  • The clue is 13. Burgundy specialty. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

    The answer: PINOTNOIR


  • The clue is 15. Fair sight. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: BOOTH

    Possible Answer : booth, Booth, kiosk, stall, John_Wilkes_Booth, cubicle


  • The clue is 16. Place to conceal oneself. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

    The answer: HIDEYHOLE


  • The clue is 17. Onetime home of the world's largest pineapple plantation. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: LANAI

    Possible Answer : Lanai_Island, Lanai, lanai


  • The clue is 18. Lock horns (with). Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: SPAR

    Possible Answer : spar, sparring


  • The clue is 19. Customarily. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: ASARULE


  • The clue is 21. Part of a speaker's introduction. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: BIO


  • The clue is 24. Inscrutable sorts. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: ENIGMAS

    Possible Answer : closed_book, mystery, brain-teaser, enigma, conundrum, secret, riddle


  • The clue is 26. Word said with a salute. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: SIR

    Possible Answer : Sir, sir


  • The clue is 27. Email status. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: UNREAD

    Possible Answer : unread


  • The clue is 29. Initialism that precedes "+". Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: LGBTQIA


  • The clue is 31. Pluses and minuses, e.g.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: SIGNS

    Possible Answer : signal, signalise, contract, bless, augury, sign_of_the_zodiac, polarity, signalize, mark, planetary_house, ratify, signboard, sign_on, signaling, sign_up, mansion, house, preindication, subscribe, sign, foretoken, star_sign


  • The clue is 32. Common suspect in a murder mystery. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: HEIR

    Possible Answer : inheritor, heir, successor, heritor


  • The clue is 33. It has an alumni magazine called Shipmate, in brief. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: USNA


  • The clue is 35. Pennsylvanie, e.g.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: ETAT


  • The clue is 36. Frequent Missy Elliott collaborator. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: CIARA


  • The clue is 37. "Citizen ___" (2021 documentary about a tennis icon). Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: ASHE

    Possible Answer : Ashe, Arthur_Ashe, Arthur_Robert_Ashe


  • The clue is 38. Take in a spread. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: DINE

    Possible Answer : dine


  • The clue is 39. Code inits.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: HTML

    Possible Answer : hypertext_mark-up_language, HTML, hypertext_markup_language


  • The clue is 40. Down state?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: BLUES

    Possible Answer : blue_angel, blue_sky, bluing, blueness, blue_devil, blue_devils, blueing, blue, vapors, Amytal, blues, vapours, blue_air, amobarbital_sodium, megrims, wild_blue_yonder


  • The clue is 41. Landing site for Raptors and Eagles. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: AIRBASE


  • The clue is 43. Once, for one. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: NUMERO


  • The clue is 44. Business name abbr.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: LLC


  • The clue is 45. Many. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: LOADSOF


  • The clue is 47. Make soaking wet. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: SOP

    Possible Answer : soak, dowse, SOP, standard_procedure, sop, douse, souse, sops, soak_through, standing_operating_procedure, standard_operating_procedure, drench


  • The clue is 48. "This is heaven!". Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: AHBLISS


  • The clue is 50. Acrobat displays. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: PDFS


  • The clue is 52. Prepare to swing, say. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: TEEUP


  • The clue is 53. Things that might get broken at a raucous party. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

    The answer: NOISELAWS


  • The clue is 58. Bitter green. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: CRESS

    Possible Answer : cress_plant, cress


  • The clue is 59. In the buff. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

    The answer: AUNATUREL


  • The clue is 60. Weight. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: HEFT

    Possible Answer : massiveness, heftiness, heft, heave_up, heft_up, heave, ponderousness, ponderosity


  • The clue is 61. Heart of the matter. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: GIST

    Possible Answer : core, pith, essence, centre, nub, inwardness, gist, kernel, heart_and_soul, heart, sum, effect, nitty-gritty, burden, substance, meat, marrow, center


  • The clue is 62. Demo for many parents of Alphas. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: GENY


Down Clues and Answers:

  • The clue is 1. Speed reading, for short. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: MPH

    Possible Answer: miles_per_hour, mph

  • The clue is 2. ___ Sports (hit video game). Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: WII

  • The clue is 3. It can lead to a longer sentence. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: AND

  • The clue is 4. Landscapers' tools. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: HOES

    Possible Answer: hoe

  • The clue is 5. Under control. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: INHAND

  • The clue is 6. Indian fried bread. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: POORI

  • The clue is 7. Suffer. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: AIL

    Possible Answer: ail, trouble, pain, garlic

  • The clue is 8. Certain romantic ideal. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

    The answer: DREAMGIRL

  • The clue is 9. Sound from a jubilant crowd. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: ROAR

    Possible Answer: hollo, boom, bellowing, bellow, howl, ululate, yowl, wail, yaup, holler, holloa, yawl, hollering, roar, holla, thunder, roaring

  • The clue is 10. Periodical supplements. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (11 letters)

    The answer: BONUSISSUES

  • The clue is 11. Long lunch?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (11 letters)

    The answer: ITALIANHERO

  • The clue is 12. Less forward. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: SHIER

    Possible Answer: timid, shy, unsure, diffident

    Possible Opposite Answer : confident

  • The clue is 14. Go-getters, often. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: TYPEAS

  • The clue is 15. So-called "explosion shot" from a sand trap. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: BLAST

    Possible Answer: flack, savage, shell, shoot, nail, blare, fire, pillory, blow, gust, boom, crucify, eruption, attack, flak, smash, bam, blast, clap, bang, knock_down, good_time

  • The clue is 20. Big name in hummus. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: SABRA

    Possible Answer: sabra

  • The clue is 21. Cleared up after waiting, perhaps. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: BUSED

    Possible Answer: bus

  • The clue is 22. Form instruction. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (11 letters)

    The answer: INITIALHERE

  • The clue is 23. What often carries a U.S.D.A. seal. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (11 letters)

    The answer: ORGANICBEEF

  • The clue is 25. Shone brightly. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: GLEAMED

    Possible Answer: shine, glitter, gleam, glisten, glint, glimmer

  • The clue is 28. Step into. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: ENTER

    Possible Answer: introduce, enroll, go_into, record, embark, come_in, recruit, insert, participate, infix, figure, enter, inscribe, accede, move_into, enrol, put_down, get_in, go_in, get_into

    Possible Opposite Answer : drop_out, exit

  • The clue is 30. Pang of conscience. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: QUALM

    Possible Answer: queasiness, scruple, misgiving, qualm, squeamishness

  • The clue is 32. Runs into some difficulties. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

    The answer: HITSASNAG

  • The clue is 34. High-end skin-care brand. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: AESOP

    Possible Answer: Aesop

  • The clue is 36. Total disarray. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: CHAOS

    Possible Answer: bedlam, chaos, topsy-turvydom, pandemonium, Chaos, topsy-turvyness

  • The clue is 40. Self-serving arrangement?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: BUFFET

    Possible Answer: buff, knock_about, sideboard, buffet, snack_counter, counter, batter, snack_bar

  • The clue is 42. Momentary disruptions. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: BLIPS

    Possible Answer: pip, blip, radar_target

  • The clue is 43. Acknowledges tacitly. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: NODSAT

  • The clue is 44. Shut securely. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: LATCH

    Possible Answer: latch, door_latch

  • The clue is 46. Classic ice-skating moves. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: SPINS

    Possible Answer: twirl, tailspin, reel, twisting, spin_around, birl, spin, twist, whirl, spin_out, gyrate

  • The clue is 49. Intense craving. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: LUST

    Possible Answer: crave, thirst, luxuria, lust, lecherousness, lustfulness, starve, hunger

  • The clue is 51. Metaphor for idleness. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: SLUG

    Possible Answer: bullet, punch, slug, clout, sluggard, poke, slog, swig, lick, laze, biff, idle, stagnate, type_slug

    Possible Opposite Answer : work

  • The clue is 54. Cannes "confirm"?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: OUI

  • The clue is 55. "___ not!". Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: ARE

    Possible Answer: equal, live, exist, follow, represent, comprise, constitute, are, cost, be, make_up, ar, personify, embody

    Possible Opposite Answer : differ

  • The clue is 56. Liu regarded as China's first supermodel. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: WEN

    Possible Answer: pilar_cyst, steatocystoma, wen, sebaceous_cyst

  • The clue is 57. Apt letters missing from _ _ ipper _. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: SLY

    Possible Answer: foxy, tricksy, tricky, dodgy, crafty, slick, wily, knavish, guileful, cunning, sly

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Monday, October 20, 2025

All NYT Across Clues October 20, 2025 - 38 Horizontal Answers with Hints

NYT Crossword Across October 20, 2025: All 38 Horizontal Answers & Strategic Tips

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Crossword has 38 Across clues. We have all the horizontal answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

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About Today's Across Clues

NYT Across clues solutions for October 20, 2025
NYT Across Clues - Monday, October 20, 2025
Across Clues Statistics
Detail Information
Date October 20, 2025
Day of Week Monday
Total Across Clues 38 clues
Direction Horizontal (Left to Right)
Difficulty Challenging

All Across Clues - Complete List

Here are all 38 Across clues for today's puzzle. These go horizontally from left to right.

Complete Across Clues List
Number Clue
1 Across 1. Apple tablet
2 Across 5. Facing the pitcher
3 Across 10. Time to blow out the candles on a cake, informally
4 Across 14. Informal eatery
5 Across 15. Thanks, in France
6 Across 16. Singer Guthrie
7 Across 17. Says 2 + 2 = 5, e.g.
8 Across 18. Wedding cake figurine
9 Across 19. Last language alphabetically on Google Translate
10 Across 20. Milkshake flavor made with Oreos
11 Across 23. The "A" of I.P.A.
12 Across 24. Pitcher Maddux who won the Cy Young Award in four consecutive years
13 Across 25. Welcome sights for thirsty people in deserts
14 Across 28. Accelerator or brake
15 Across 30. Music genre that Joan Jett "loves"
16 Across 33. Arcing tennis shot
17 Across 35. Member of a convent
18 Across 36. Lavatory, in Liverpool
19 Across 37. Pasta often filled with ricotta
20 Across 41. Listing on the Billboard Hot 100
21 Across 44. 50 years, for Bilbo Baggins in "The Hobbit"
22 Across 45. Play a part in a play
23 Across 47. "My man!"
24 Across 48. Two-part steakhouse entree
25 Across 52. Bonus
26 Across 56. Filmmaker Miyazaki
27 Across 57. Questions
28 Across 59. Color that means "stop"
29 Across 60. Like some scented stickers
30 Across 64. Sorority's counterpart, in brief
31 Across 66. Mandarin "hello"
32 Across 67. Head ___ heels
33 Across 68. Chauffeured vehicle
34 Across 69. Message often accompanied by an exclamation point in a triangle
35 Across 70. Michelin product
36 Across 71. Alternative to a Lyft
37 Across 72. Jumps
38 Across 73. Make simpler

Detailed Hints and Answers for All Across Clues

Need help? Here are comprehensive hints and answers for each Across clue. Also check these helpful guides:

Complete Across Solutions:

1 Across: "1. Apple tablet"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'I' and ends with 'D'
  • Word pattern: I__D
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 1

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer IPAD

2 Across: "5. Facing the pitcher"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: A___T
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 2

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ATBAT

3 Across: "10. Time to blow out the candles on a cake, informally"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'B' and ends with 'Y'
  • Word pattern: B__Y
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 3

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer BDAY

4 Across: "14. Informal eatery"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: C__E
  • Similar words: coffeehouse, coffee bar
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold
  • This is Across clue number 4

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer CAFE

5 Across: "15. Thanks, in France"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'M' and ends with 'I'
  • Word pattern: M___I
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 5

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer MERCI

6 Across: "16. Singer Guthrie"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: A__O
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 6

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ARLO

7 Across: "17. Says 2 + 2 = 5, e.g."

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: E__S
  • Similar words: err, mistake
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: to make a mistake or be incorrect
  • This is Across clue number 7

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ERRS

8 Across: "18. Wedding cake figurine"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'B' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: B___E
  • Similar words: St. Brigid, Bridget
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a woman who has recently been married
  • This is Across clue number 8

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer BRIDE

9 Across: "19. Last language alphabetically on Google Translate"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'Z' and ends with 'U'
  • Word pattern: Z__U
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 9

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ZULU

10 Across: "20. Milkshake flavor made with Oreos"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 13 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'M'
  • Word pattern: C___________M
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 10

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer COOKIESNCREAM

11 Across: "23. The "A" of I.P.A."

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'E'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 11

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ALE

12 Across: "24. Pitcher Maddux who won the Cy Young Award in four consecutive years"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'G' and ends with 'G'
  • Word pattern: G__G
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 12

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer GREG

13 Across: "25. Welcome sights for thirsty people in deserts"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'O' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: O___S
  • Similar words: haven, oasis
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 13

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer OASES

14 Across: "28. Accelerator or brake"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'L'
  • Word pattern: P___L
  • Similar words: treadle, cycle
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a sustained bass note
  • This is Across clue number 14

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer PEDAL

15 Across: "30. Music genre that Joan Jett "loves""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 9 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'L'
  • Word pattern: R_______L
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 15

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ROCKNROLL

16 Across: "33. Arcing tennis shot"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'L' and ends with 'B'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: an easy return of a tennis ball in a high arc
  • This is Across clue number 16

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer LOB

17 Across: "35. Member of a convent"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'N' and ends with 'N'
  • Similar words: nun buoy, conical buoy
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a woman religious
  • This is Across clue number 17

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer NUN

18 Across: "36. Lavatory, in Liverpool"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'L' and ends with 'O'
  • Similar words: W.C., closet
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a toilet in Britain
  • This is Across clue number 18

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer LOO

19 Across: "37. Pasta often filled with ricotta"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 7 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'I'
  • Word pattern: R_____I
  • Similar words: cappelletti
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 19

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer RAVIOLI

20 Across: "41. Listing on the Billboard Hot 100"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 7 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'G'
  • Word pattern: P_____G
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 20

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer POPSONG

21 Across: "44. 50 years, for Bilbo Baggins in "The Hobbit""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'E'
  • Similar words: historic period, years
  • Opposite of: rejuvenate
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: how long something has existed
  • This is Across clue number 21

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer AGE

22 Across: "45. Play a part in a play"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'T'
  • Similar words: act as, roleplay
  • Opposite of: refrain
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 22

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ACT

23 Across: "47. "My man!""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'B' and ends with 'O'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 23

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer BRO

24 Across: "48. Two-part steakhouse entree"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 9 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'F'
  • Word pattern: S_______F
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 24

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer SURFNTURF

25 Across: "52. Bonus"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: E___A
  • Similar words: surplus, special
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a minor actor in crowd scenes
  • This is Across clue number 25

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer EXTRA

26 Across: "56. Filmmaker Miyazaki"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'H' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: H___O
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 26

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer HAYAO

27 Across: "57. Questions"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: A__S
  • Similar words: call for, take
  • Opposite of: obviate
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: inquire about
  • This is Across clue number 27

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ASKS

28 Across: "59. Color that means "stop""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'D'
  • Similar words: cerise, ruddy
  • Opposite of: gain
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 28

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer RED

29 Across: "60. Like some scented stickers"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 13 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'F'
  • Word pattern: S___________F
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 29

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer SCRATCHNSNIFF

30 Across: "64. Sorority's counterpart, in brief"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'F' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: F__T
  • Similar words: fraternity
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a social club for male undergraduates
  • This is Across clue number 30

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer FRAT

31 Across: "66. Mandarin "hello""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'N' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: N___O
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 31

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer NIHAO

32 Across: "67. Head ___ heels"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'O' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: O__R
  • Similar words: concluded, all over
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 32

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer OVER

33 Across: "68. Chauffeured vehicle"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'L' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: L__O
  • Similar words: limousine
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: large luxurious car; usually driven by a chauffeur
  • This is Across clue number 33

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer LIMO

34 Across: "69. Message often accompanied by an exclamation point in a triangle"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: A___T
  • Similar words: rattling, brisk
  • Opposite of: unalert
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 34

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ALERT

35 Across: "70. Michelin product"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: T__E
  • Similar words: fatigue, wear
  • Opposite of: refresh
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: hoop that covers a wheel
  • This is Across clue number 35

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer TIRE

36 Across: "71. Alternative to a Lyft"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'U' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: U__R
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 36

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer UBER

37 Across: "72. Jumps"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'L' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: L___S
  • Similar words: bounce, leap
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a light
  • This is Across clue number 37

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer LEAPS

38 Across: "73. Make simpler"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: E__E
  • Similar words: relaxation, easiness
  • Opposite of: difficulty
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort
  • This is Across clue number 38

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer EASE

Expert Strategies for Solving Across Clues

Master the horizontal clues with these professional tips:

Why Start with Across Clues?

  • Across clues often provide more letter intersections
  • Reading left to right feels more natural
  • Many common phrases run horizontally
  • Across answers often help solve Down clues

Across Clue Patterns to Recognize

  1. Fill-in-the-blank clues: These are usually the easiest Across entries
  2. Common phrases: Many idioms run horizontally
  3. Abbreviations: Look for clues with "Abbr." or shortened forms
  4. Plural indicators: Words ending in 'S' are common in Across
  5. Pop culture references: Names and titles often appear horizontally

Time-Saving Across Techniques

Technique How It Helps
Scan all Across first Get a mental map of the horizontal flow
Fill short Across words 3-4 letter words are often articles or prepositions
Use crossing letters Down letters help confirm Across answers
Look for themes Related Across answers often share a theme

Frequently Asked Questions About Across Clues

What are Across clues in crossword puzzles?

Across clues are the horizontal entries in a crossword puzzle that read from left to right. They're numbered and correspond to specific rows in the grid.

Should I solve Across or Down clues first?

Many solvers prefer starting with Across clues because reading left-to-right feels more natural. However, the best approach is to solve the clues you find easiest first, regardless of direction.

How many Across clues are in today's puzzle?

Today's NYT crossword has 38 Across clues.

Are Across clues easier than Down clues?

Neither direction is inherently easier. The difficulty depends on the specific clues and your knowledge. However, Across clues often contain more common phrases and expressions.

How do Across clues interact with Down clues?

Across and Down clues intersect at various points in the grid. Solving one can provide letters that help solve the other, making the puzzle easier as you progress.

About This Page: We provide comprehensive Across clues solutions and hints for the NYT Crossword to help you improve your solving skills. This site is not affiliated with The New York Times.

Last Updated: October 20, 2025 at 04:44 AM

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Monday's NYT Mini Oct 20 - All 10 Across & 10 Down Clues Decoded

Quick NYT Mini Crossword October 20, 2025 - Mobile-Friendly Solutions & Speed Tips

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

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About Today's Puzzle

NYT Mini Crossword solutions for October 20, 2025
NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Monday, October 20, 2025
Puzzle Statistics
Detail Information
Date October 20, 2025
Grid Size 5 x 5 squares
Total Clues 20 clues
Across Clues 10 clues
Down Clues 10 clues
Average Solve Time Under 1 minute

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Grid Layout

This puzzle uses a 5 by 5 grid. That means 5 boxes across and 5 boxes down.

5x5 Crossword Grid Pattern
Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4 Column 5
Row 1     
Row 2     
Row 3     
Row 4     
Row 5     

How to Solve This Puzzle Fast

  1. Read all the clues first - your brain will start working on them
  2. Fill in the short words first (3 letters or less)
  3. Use the crossing letters to help with harder words
  4. If a clue has a question mark (?), it's probably a joke or play on words
  5. Common short words: THE, AND, ARE, FOR, NOT

Quick Facts About This Puzzle

  • Total squares in grid: 25 (5 times 5)
  • Average time to solve: Less than 1 minute
  • Best time to play: During a coffee break
  • Difficulty level: Made for everyone to enjoy

Across Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from left to right in the puzzle.

Across Clues List
Number Clue
1 Across 1. Apple tablet
2 Across 18. Wedding cake figurine
3 Across 44. 50 years, for Bilbo Baggins in "The Hobbit"
4 Across 35. Member of a convent
5 Across 45. Play a part in a play
6 Across 19. Last language alphabetically on Google Translate
7 Across 16. Singer Guthrie
8 Across 25. Welcome sights for thirsty people in deserts
9 Across 56. Filmmaker Miyazaki
10 Across 71. Alternative to a Lyft

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:

1 Across: "1. Apple tablet"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'I' and ends with 'D'
  • Word pattern: I__D

Answer:

Click to reveal IPAD

2 Across: "18. Wedding cake figurine"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 5 letters
  • It starts with 'B' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: B___E

Answer:

Click to reveal BRIDE

3 Across: "44. 50 years, for Bilbo Baggins in "The Hobbit""

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'E'
  • Another word like this: get on

Answer:

Click to reveal AGE

4 Across: "35. Member of a convent"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'N' and ends with 'N'
  • This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal NUN

5 Across: "45. Play a part in a play"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'T'
  • Another word like this: behave

Answer:

Click to reveal ACT

6 Across: "19. Last language alphabetically on Google Translate"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'Z' and ends with 'U'
  • Word pattern: Z__U

Answer:

Click to reveal ZULU

7 Across: "16. Singer Guthrie"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: A__O

Answer:

Click to reveal ARLO

8 Across: "25. Welcome sights for thirsty people in deserts"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 5 letters
  • It starts with 'O' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: O___S

Answer:

Click to reveal OASES

9 Across: "56. Filmmaker Miyazaki"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 5 letters
  • It starts with 'H' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: H___O

Answer:

Click to reveal HAYAO

10 Across: "71. Alternative to a Lyft"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'U' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: U__R

Answer:

Click to reveal UBER

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number Clue
1 Down 6. More abrupt in language
2 Down 54. Alludes (to)
3 Down 11. Occasion for a percussionist to shine
4 Down 40. Hospital area with IVs
5 Down 5. Shade of yellow
6 Down 32. Door handle
7 Down 22. Time unit aptly hidden in "paleontology"
8 Down 10. Marketplace with stalls
9 Down 21. Inuit's home
10 Down 34. Untuneful trumpet sound

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:

1 Down: "6. More abrupt in language"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 6 letters
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: T____R

Answer:

Click to reveal TERSER

2 Down: "54. Alludes (to)"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 6 letters
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: R____S

Answer:

Click to reveal REFERS

3 Down: "11. Occasion for a percussionist to shine"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 8 letters
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: D______O

Answer:

Click to reveal DRUMSOLO

4 Down: "40. Hospital area with IVs"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'I' and ends with 'U'
  • This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal ICU

5 Down: "5. Shade of yellow"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 5 letters
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: A___R

Answer:

Click to reveal AMBER

6 Down: "32. Door handle"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'K' and ends with 'B'
  • Word pattern: K__B

Answer:

Click to reveal KNOB

7 Down: "22. Time unit aptly hidden in "paleontology""

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'N'
  • Another word like this: aeon

Answer:

Click to reveal EON

8 Down: "10. Marketplace with stalls"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 6 letters
  • It starts with 'B' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: B____R

Answer:

Click to reveal BAZAAR

9 Down: "21. Inuit's home"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 5 letters
  • It starts with 'I' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: I___O

Answer:

Click to reveal IGLOO

10 Down: "34. Untuneful trumpet sound"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'B' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: B__T

Answer:

Click to reveal BLAT

How to Solve the NYT Mini Crossword Faster

Here are the best tips from expert solvers:

Step-by-Step Strategy

  1. Quick Scan: Read all clues once. Your brain starts working on them right away.
  2. Easy First: Fill in the shortest words (2-3 letters). These are usually simple words like "IT" or "ON".
  3. Use Crossings: When letters cross, they help you figure out harder words.
  4. Watch for Wordplay: Clues with question marks (?) are jokes or puns.
  5. Common Words: Remember these appear often: ERA, ORE, ATE, ICE.

Letter Tips That Really Help

  • The letter E is the most common in English
  • Words ending in S are often plurals
  • If you see "___" in a clue, the answer fits those blanks exactly
  • Abbreviations in clues mean the answer is also abbreviated

Time Goals to Aim For

Your Time Skill Level What It Means
Under 30 seconds Expert You know the puzzle patterns very well!
30-60 seconds Advanced Great job! You solve quickly.
1-2 minutes Good You're doing well. Keep practicing!
Over 2 minutes Learning You'll get faster with practice.

Puzzle Numbers and Facts

Today's Puzzle by the Numbers
Total Clues: 20 clues to solve
Grid Size: 5 boxes across, 5 boxes down
Total Squares: 25 squares to fill
Average Time: Most people solve in 58 seconds
Difficulty: Normal

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Common Questions About NYT Mini Crossword

When can I play the NYT Mini?

The puzzle comes out at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before. So you can play Monday's puzzle starting Sunday at 10 PM.

How fast should I be able to solve it?

Most people solve the Mini in 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Don't worry if you take longer - speed comes with practice!

Do I need to pay to play?

No! The NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.

What makes a good Mini solver?

Good Mini solvers know common short words, can spot wordplay quickly, and use crossing letters well. Practice helps a lot!

Are the puzzles harder on certain days?

Unlike the big NYT crossword, the Mini stays about the same difficulty every day. Sometimes Saturday might be a tiny bit harder.

About This Page: We provide hints and answers for the NYT Mini Crossword to help you learn and improve. This site is not connected to The New York Times.

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