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Monday, December 1, 2025

Today's Across Crossword NYT December 01, 2025 - Every Horizontal Solution Explained

Today's NYT Crossword Across Clues December 01, 2025 - Complete Left-to-Right Answers

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Crossword has 37 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 December 01, 2025
NYT Across Clues - Monday, December 01, 2025
Across Clues Statistics
Detail Information
Date December 01, 2025
Day of Week Monday
Total Across Clues 37 clues
Direction Horizontal (Left to Right)
Difficulty Challenging

All Across Clues - Complete List

Here are all 37 Across clues for today's puzzle. These go horizontally from left to right.

Complete Across Clues List
Number Clue
1 Across 1. Office announcement
2 Across 5. Jump
3 Across 9. Repairs a hole
4 Across 14. Ingredient in some smoothie bowls
5 Across 15. Plus
6 Across 16. To no ___ (without success)
7 Across 17. "Remedy" for a riled-up person
8 Across 19. Dashboard instrument
9 Across 20. CR-V or Civic
10 Across 21. George who played Sulu on "Star Trek"
11 Across 23. Headstone letters
12 Across 24. Penalty for bank fraud
13 Across 27. Read thoroughly
14 Across 29. Rowing implement
15 Across 30. "Madam, I'm ___"
16 Across 31. Emu relative
17 Across 35. Locks up
18 Across 39. Lower, as the lights
19 Across 40. Hip person, in old slang
20 Across 42. Genre for Cardi B or LL Cool J
21 Across 43. Curry of the N.B.A., informally
22 Across 45. Boat tie-up location
23 Across 46. Tortilla ingredient
24 Across 47. Enjoy a banquet
25 Across 49. Goes over by hand, as a drawing
26 Across 51. Antithesis
27 Across 57. "I've solved it!"
28 Across 58. Creator of Asteroids and Pong
29 Across 59. "You should come foraging with me, because I'm a ___" (bad pun)
30 Across 62. Assigned stars, say
31 Across 64. Cause of some wintry weather ... or a hint to 17-, 24-, 40- and 51-Across
32 Across 66. Woman who bests Sherlock in "A Scandal in Bohemia"
33 Across 67. Largest joint in the body
34 Across 68. Some airport listings, for short
35 Across 69. Sends an eggplant emoji, say
36 Across 70. Feudal underling
37 Across 71. Fresh and glowing, in skin-care terminology

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. Office announcement"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'M' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: M__O
  • Similar words: memorandum, memoranda
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a written proposal or reminder
  • This is Across clue number 1

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer MEMO

2 Across: "5. Jump"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'L' and ends with 'P'
  • Word pattern: L__P
  • Similar words: leaping, bounce
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a light
  • This is Across clue number 2

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer LEAP

3 Across: "9. Repairs a hole"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'M' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: M___S
  • Similar words: patch, repair
  • Opposite of: break
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 3

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer MENDS

4 Across: "14. Ingredient in some smoothie bowls"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ACAI

5 Across: "15. Plus"

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
  • Similar words: besides, as well
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: in addition
  • This is Across clue number 5

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ALSO

6 Across: "16. To no ___ (without success)"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'L'
  • Word pattern: A___L
  • Similar words: service, help
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a means of serving
  • This is Across clue number 6

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer AVAIL

7 Across: "17. "Remedy" for a riled-up person"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 9 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'L'
  • Word pattern: C_______L
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 7

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer CHILLPILL

8 Across: "19. Dashboard instrument"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'G' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: G___E
  • Similar words: caliber, bore
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 8

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer GAUGE

9 Across: "20. CR-V or Civic"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'H' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: H___A
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 9

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer HONDA

10 Across: "21. George who played Sulu on "Star Trek""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'I'
  • Word pattern: T___I
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 10

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer TAKEI

11 Across: "23. Headstone letters"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'P'
  • Similar words: rive, blood
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a dissolute man in fashionable society
  • This is Across clue number 11

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer RIP

12 Across: "24. Penalty for bank fraud"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 13 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'F' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: F___________T
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 12

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer FROZENACCOUNT

13 Across: "27. Read thoroughly"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: P____E
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: examine or consider with attention and in detail
  • This is Across clue number 13

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer PERUSE

14 Across: "29. Rowing implement"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'O' and ends with 'R'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: an implement used to propel or steer a boat
  • This is Across clue number 14

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer OAR

15 Across: "30. "Madam, I'm ___""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'M'
  • Word pattern: A__M
  • Similar words: cristal, go
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 15

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ADAM

16 Across: "31. Emu relative"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: R__A
  • Similar words: nandu, Rhea americana
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 16

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer RHEA

17 Across: "35. Locks up"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: C___S
  • Similar words: batting cage, Cage
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 17

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer CAGES

18 Across: "39. Lower, as the lights"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'M'
  • Similar words: dumb, vague
  • Opposite of: focus
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam
  • This is Across clue number 18

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer DIM

19 Across: "40. Hip person, in old slang"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 7 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: C_____T
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 19

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer COOLCAT

20 Across: "42. Genre for Cardi B or LL Cool J"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'P'
  • Similar words: rap music, blame
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a reproach for some lapse or misdeed
  • This is Across clue number 20

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer RAP

21 Across: "43. Curry of the N.B.A., informally"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'H'
  • Word pattern: S___H
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 21

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer STEPH

22 Across: "45. Boat tie-up location"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: P__R
  • Similar words: dock, wharf
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 22

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer PIER

23 Across: "46. Tortilla ingredient"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'M' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: M__A
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 23

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer MASA

24 Across: "47. Enjoy a banquet"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'T'
  • Similar words: consume, wipe out
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: take in solid food
  • This is Across clue number 24

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer EAT

25 Across: "49. Goes over by hand, as a drawing"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: T____S
  • Similar words: draw, shadow
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a just detectable amount
  • This is Across clue number 25

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer TRACES

26 Across: "51. Antithesis"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 13 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: P___________E
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 26

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer POLAROPPOSITE

27 Across: "57. "I've solved it!""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'A'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 27

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer AHA

28 Across: "58. Creator of Asteroids and Pong"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'I'
  • Word pattern: A___I
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 28

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ATARI

29 Across: "59. "You should come foraging with me, because I'm a ___" (bad pun)"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'F' and ends with 'I'
  • Word pattern: F___I
  • Similar words: fungus kingdom, fungus
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: the taxonomic kingdom including yeast
  • This is Across clue number 29

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer FUNGI

30 Across: "62. Assigned stars, say"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'R' and ends with 'D'
  • Word pattern: R___D
  • Similar words: rank, place
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: assign a rank or rating to
  • This is Across clue number 30

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer RATED

31 Across: "64. Cause of some wintry weather ... or a hint to 17-, 24-, 40- and 51-Across"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 9 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: C_______T
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 31

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer COLDFRONT

32 Across: "66. Woman who bests Sherlock in "A Scandal in Bohemia""

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'I' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: I___E
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 32

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer IRENE

33 Across: "67. Largest joint in the body"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'K' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: K__E
  • Similar words: stifle, human knee
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 33

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer KNEE

34 Across: "68. Some airport listings, for short"

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: ETA, eta
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 34

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer ETAS

35 Across: "69. Sends an eggplant emoji, say"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: S___S
  • Similar words: sext
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: the fourth of the seven canonical hours; about noon
  • This is Across clue number 35

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer SEXTS

36 Across: "70. Feudal underling"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'F'
  • Word pattern: S__F
  • Similar words: helot, villein
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Across clue number 36

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer SERF

37 Across: "71. Fresh and glowing, in skin-care terminology"

Helpful hints for this Across clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going left to right
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'Y'
  • Word pattern: D__Y
  • Similar words: bedewed
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: wet with dew
  • This is Across clue number 37

Answer:

Click to reveal the Across answer DEWY

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 37 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.

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Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Today's NYT Crossword Down Clues December 23, 2025 - Complete Top-to-Bottom Answers

NYT Down Today December 23, 2025: Complete Vertical Clues Walkthrough

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Crossword has 39 Down clues. We have all the vertical answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

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About Today's Down Clues

NYT Down clues solutions for December 23, 2025
NYT Down Clues - Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Down Clues Statistics
Detail Information
Date December 23, 2025
Day of Week Tuesday
Total Down Clues 39 clues
Direction Vertical (Top to Bottom)
Difficulty Medium

All Down Clues - Complete List

Here are all 39 Down clues for today's puzzle. These go vertically from top to bottom.

Complete Down Clues List
Number Clue
1 Down 1. Sgt. or cpl.
2 Down 2. Go off a ski jump, say
3 Down 3. "Oh, really?"
4 Down 4. Tried to identify, in a way, as a wrapped gift
5 Down 5. Playground retort
6 Down 6. 1990s internet option
7 Down 7. With all judges present
8 Down 8. ___ de Rossi, "Arrested Development" actress
9 Down 9. Aspen or pine
10 Down 10. Reporter's big get
11 Down 11. Just for grins
12 Down 12. Short version of an impactful story
13 Down 13. Org. regulating water safety
14 Down 21. Insect that emerges en masse every 13 or 17 years
15 Down 22. Kind of salad whose dressing contains anchovies
16 Down 23. Former N.B.A. star Shawn with the nickname "Reign Man"
17 Down 26. Nailed, as a test
18 Down 29. "Once ___ a time ..."
19 Down 30. Character played by Bruce Lee on "The Green Hornet"
20 Down 33. ___ Finn
21 Down 35. One of three on the pitchfork in "American Gothic"
22 Down 37. Big Apple org. that's going to blazes?
23 Down 38. Flat-bottomed boat
24 Down 40. "That's correct!"
25 Down 41. Resident of Pisa or Lucca
26 Down 42. Condition that may require an inhaler
27 Down 43. Get more than a little mad
28 Down 46. Like many a dress shirt, with "in"
29 Down 47. Top execs, colloquially ... or what 20-, 28-, 39- and 59-Across are, phonetically?
30 Down 48. Make negative remarks about
31 Down 50. Not on the up and up, slangily
32 Down 51. In a fitting way
33 Down 52. Breaks (into), as a computer system
34 Down 53. Middle name for Lennon starting in 1969
35 Down 56. "Escape (The ___ Colada Song)"
36 Down 58. Sign of peace
37 Down 60. Sallie or Fannie follower
38 Down 61. Hand-y communication method, for short?
39 Down 62. Drink slowly

Detailed Hints and Answers for All Down Clues

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

Complete Down Solutions:

1 Down: "1. Sgt. or cpl."

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'N' and ends with 'O'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 1

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer NCO

2 Down: "2. Go off a ski jump, say"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 8 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: C______R
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 2

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer CATCHAIR

3 Down: "3. "Oh, really?""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 8 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'I' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: I______O
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 3

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer ISTHATSO

4 Down: "4. Tried to identify, in a way, as a wrapped gift"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'K'
  • Word pattern: S___K
  • Similar words: agitate, stimulate
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 4

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer SHOOK

5 Down: "5. Playground retort"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: A__O
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 5

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer AMSO

6 Down: "6. 1990s internet option"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'P'
  • Word pattern: D____P
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 6

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer DIALUP

7 Down: "7. With all judges present"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'C'
  • Word pattern: E____C
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 7

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer ENBANC

8 Down: "8. ___ de Rossi, "Arrested Development" actress"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: P____A
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 8

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer PORTIA

9 Down: "9. Aspen or pine"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: T__E
  • Similar words: corner, shoetree
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 9

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer TREE

10 Down: "10. Reporter's big get"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'P'
  • Word pattern: S___P
  • Similar words: exclusive, goop
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: the quantity a scoop will hold
  • This is Down clue number 10

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer SCOOP

11 Down: "11. Just for grins"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 8 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'N'
  • Word pattern: A______N
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 11

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer ALLINFUN

12 Down: "12. Short version of an impactful story"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 8 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'V' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: V______E
  • Similar words: sketch
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a brief literary description
  • This is Down clue number 12

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer VIGNETTE

13 Down: "13. Org. regulating water safety"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'A'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 13

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer EPA

14 Down: "21. Insect that emerges en masse every 13 or 17 years"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: C____A
  • Similar words: cicala
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 14

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer CICADA

15 Down: "22. Kind of salad whose dressing contains anchovies"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: C____R
  • Similar words: Julius Caesar, Sidney Caesar
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: conqueror of Gaul and master of Italy (100-44 BC)
  • This is Down clue number 15

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer CAESAR

16 Down: "23. Former N.B.A. star Shawn with the nickname "Reign Man""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'K' and ends with 'P'
  • Word pattern: K__P
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 16

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer KEMP

17 Down: "26. Nailed, as a test"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'D'
  • Word pattern: A__D
  • Similar words: sail through, ace
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: succeed at easily
  • This is Down clue number 17

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer ACED

18 Down: "29. "Once ___ a time ...""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'U' and ends with 'N'
  • Word pattern: U__N
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 18

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer UPON

19 Down: "30. Character played by Bruce Lee on "The Green Hornet""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'K' and ends with 'O'
  • Word pattern: K__O
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 19

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer KATO

20 Down: "33. ___ Finn"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'H' and ends with 'K'
  • Word pattern: H__K
  • Similar words: huckaback
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 20

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer HUCK

21 Down: "35. One of three on the pitchfork in "American Gothic""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: T__E
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: prong on a fork or pitchfork or antler
  • This is Down clue number 21

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer TINE

22 Down: "37. Big Apple org. that's going to blazes?"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'F' and ends with 'Y'
  • Word pattern: F__Y
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 22

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer FDNY

23 Down: "38. Flat-bottomed boat"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'W'
  • Word pattern: S__W
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: any of various flat-bottomed boats with sloping ends
  • This is Down clue number 23

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer SCOW

24 Down: "40. "That's correct!""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'Y' and ends with 'S'
  • Opposite of: no
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: an affirmative
  • This is Down clue number 24

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer YES

25 Down: "41. Resident of Pisa or Lucca"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'N'
  • Word pattern: T____N
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a resident of Tuscany
  • This is Down clue number 25

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer TUSCAN

26 Down: "42. Condition that may require an inhaler"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: A____A
  • Similar words: asthma attack
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 26

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer ASTHMA

27 Down: "43. Get more than a little mad"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'D'
  • Word pattern: S____D
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 27

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer SEERED

28 Down: "46. Like many a dress shirt, with "in""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'D'
  • Word pattern: T____D
  • Similar words: pucker, gather
  • Opposite of: untucked
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: fit snugly into
  • This is Down clue number 28

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer TUCKED

29 Down: "47. Top execs, colloquially ... or what 20-, 28-, 39- and 59-Across are, phonetically?"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: C____E
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 29

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer CSUITE

30 Down: "48. Make negative remarks about"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 6 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'H' and ends with 'N'
  • Word pattern: H____N
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 30

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer HATEON

31 Down: "50. Not on the up and up, slangily"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'S'
  • Similar words: genus Sus
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: type genus of the Suidae
  • This is Down clue number 31

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer SUS

32 Down: "51. In a fitting way"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'Y'
  • Word pattern: A___Y
  • Similar words: ably, competently
  • Opposite of: incompetently
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: with competence; in a competent capable manner
  • This is Down clue number 32

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer APTLY

33 Down: "52. Breaks (into), as a computer system"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 5 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'H' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: H___S
  • Similar words: taxicab, plug
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: one who works hard at boring tasks
  • This is Down clue number 33

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer HACKS

34 Down: "53. Middle name for Lennon starting in 1969"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'O' and ends with 'O'
  • Similar words: Yoko Ono
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 34

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer ONO

35 Down: "56. "Escape (The ___ Colada Song)""

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: P__A
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 35

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer PINA

36 Down: "58. Sign of peace"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 4 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: D__E
  • Similar words: peacenik, plunk
  • Opposite of: hawk
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: any of numerous small pigeons
  • This is Down clue number 36

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer DOVE

37 Down: "60. Sallie or Fannie follower"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'M' and ends with 'E'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • This is Down clue number 37

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer MAE

38 Down: "61. Hand-y communication method, for short?"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'L'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: the sign language used in the United States
  • This is Down clue number 38

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer ASL

39 Down: "62. Drink slowly"

Helpful hints for this Down clue:

  • This word has 3 letters going top to bottom
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'P'
  • This is an abbreviation or acronym
  • Definition: a small drink
  • This is Down clue number 39

Answer:

Click to reveal the Down answer SIP

Expert Strategies for Solving Down Clues

Master the vertical clues with these professional tips:

Why Start with Down Clues?

  • Down clues often reveal key letters for intersecting words
  • Vertical patterns can unlock difficult sections
  • Many prefixes and suffixes run vertically
  • Down answers often help solve Across clues

Down Clue Patterns to Recognize

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

Time-Saving Down Techniques

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Down Clues

What are Down clues in crossword puzzles?

Down clues are the vertical entries in a crossword puzzle that read from top to bottom. They're numbered and correspond to specific columns in the grid.

Should I solve Down or Across clues first?

Many solvers alternate between Down and Across clues to build momentum. Down clues can help unlock difficult sections by providing key intersecting letters. The best approach is to solve the clues you find easiest first, regardless of direction.

How many Down clues are in today's puzzle?

Today's NYT crossword has 39 Down clues.

Are Down clues easier than Across clues?

Neither direction is inherently easier. The difficulty depends on the specific clues and your knowledge. However, Down clues often contain helpful prefixes, suffixes, and word parts that can be easier to guess.

How do Down clues interact with Across clues?

Down and Across 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 Down 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: December 23, 2025 at 05:18 AM

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