Film shot

Latest answer — August 10, 2026

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In filmmaking, a TAKE is one recorded attempt at shooting a scene. The answer is a singular production noun.

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A film crew recording a scene with a movie camera.

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Across

  1. 1“Chocolate” dogs
  2. 5Concert sound boosters
  3. 9“La Bohème,” e.g.
  4. 14“___ cost you”
  5. 15Mardi Gras city, familiarly
  6. 16Swore
  7. 17“Reelin’ In the Years” group
  8. 19Spiral-horned antelope
  9. 20“The Taming of the Shrew” setting
  10. 21Reverently preserve
  11. 23There are six in one fl. oz.
  12. 25Spa day sounds
  13. 26Tennis great Gibson
  14. 29Mexican beer brand
  15. 33Spoil
  16. 34“Flight of Icarus” group
  17. 38“Give ___ rest!”
  18. 39Dismiss with disdain
  19. 40Recipe fig.
  20. 41“How You Remind Me” group
  21. 43N95 masks, gloves, etc.
  22. 44Prompt
  23. 45Paper cutter?
  24. 48Nearly all
  25. 50“East of Eden” twin brother
  26. 51Place for a deck chair
  27. 54Potato pancake
  28. 58Bouquet ___ (chef’s herb mixture)
  29. 59Heavy rock group, and a punny descriptor of 17-, 34- and 41-Across
  30. 61Encourage
  31. 62Prefix with present or directional
  32. 63Store with furniture and meatballs
  33. 64Thompson of “Creed”
  34. 65Linguist Chomsky
  35. 66Swarm (with)

Down

  1. 1Speech therapist’s concern
  2. 2Lead-in to boy or girl
  3. 3Ran in the wash
  4. 4Private eye
  5. 5Whichever
  6. 6Ways things are done
  7. 7Prepare for tomorrow
  8. 8Stark who becomes Queen of the North, on “Game of Thrones”
  9. 9Be in need of coolant, perhaps
  10. 10Common pre-law major, for short
  11. 11McGregor of “The Phantom Menace”
  12. 12Philosopher Descartes
  13. 13Throw in
  14. 18Zap, in a way
  15. 22John B. Stetson, for one
  16. 24Trouble-free
  17. 26Important acid type
  18. 27Language for Livy
  19. 28Parcel of land
  20. 30Change as needed
  21. 31Pace set by a metronome
  22. 32Word on a door
  23. 35Tease
  24. 36Birds ___ feather
  25. 37Credit card chip protocol letters
  26. 39Wheat product used for pasta
  27. 42Ginza garments
  28. 46Toy store buy
  29. 47“Not just yet!”
  30. 49Pumbaa’s partner in “The Lion King”
  31. 50CVS Health subsidiary
  32. 51Book unit
  33. 52Assns.
  34. 53Trial version
  35. 55Film shot
  36. 56Tibia’s top
  37. 57Dutch cheese
  38. 58Acquire
  39. 60Useful skill for darts players

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. “Chocolate” dogs — Answer: LABS. Hint: Think of the friendly retriever breed often seen in a rich brown coat. 🐶
  2. 5. Concert sound boosters — Answer: AMPS. Hint: These devices turn a band’s electric performance up to eleven 🎸
  3. 9. “La Bohème,” e.g. — Answer: OPERA. Hint: It’s a dramatic musical work for the stage, featuring soaring voices and an orchestra. 🎭
  4. 14. “___ cost you” — Answer: ITLL. Hint: This playful phrase warns that payment will be required. 💸
  5. 15. Mardi Gras city, familiarly — Answer: NOLA. Hint: Think of the lively Louisiana city famous for jazz, parades, and Mardi Gras beads. 🎭
  6. 16. Swore — Answer: VOWED. Hint: Made a solemn promise, perhaps with a hand raised ✋
  7. 17. “Reelin’ In the Years” group — Answer: STEELYDAN. Hint: Think of the jazz-rock duo behind this nostalgic 1970s hit. 🎸
  8. 19. Spiral-horned antelope — Answer: ELAND. Hint: Think of a large African antelope whose name is often associated with open grasslands. 🦌
  9. 20. “The Taming of the Shrew” setting — Answer: PADUA. Hint: Think of the Italian city where Shakespeare’s witty battle of the sexes unfolds. 🎭
  10. 21. Reverently preserve — Answer: ENSHRINE. Hint: To honor something by safeguarding it as sacred. 🙏
  11. 23. There are six in one fl. oz. — Answer: TSPS. Hint: Think of the small spoonful measurements that fit into a fluid ounce. 🥄
  12. 25. Spa day sounds — Answer: AAHS. Hint: Think of the little vocal sounds someone might make while relaxing at a spa 😌
  13. 26. Tennis great Gibson — Answer: ALTHEA. Hint: Think of the pioneering American champion who broke barriers on the tennis court. 🎾
  14. 29. Mexican beer brand — Answer: TECATE. Hint: This Mexican lager shares its name with a city in Baja California. 🍺
  15. 33. Spoil — Answer: MAR. Hint: To spoil something is to damage its appearance or quality. 🛠️
  16. 34. “Flight of Icarus” group — Answer: IRONMAIDEN. Hint: Think of the legendary British heavy-metal band known for epic, galloping riffs. 🤘
  17. 38. “Give ___ rest!” — Answer: ITA. Hint: This exclamation asks you to leave something alone for a while. 😌
  18. 39. Dismiss with disdain — Answer: SNIFFAT. Hint: Show that you consider something beneath your notice with a dismissive gesture. 🙄
  19. 40. Recipe fig. — Answer: AMT. Hint: Think of the abbreviation that tells you how much of an ingredient to use in a recipe. 🥄
  20. 41. “How You Remind Me” group — Answer: NICKELBACK. Hint: This Canadian rock band had a huge early-2000s hit about a familiar reminder 🎸
  21. 43. N95 masks, gloves, etc. — Answer: PPE. Hint: This is the broad category for gear that helps shield workers from hazards. 🛡️
  22. 44. Prompt — Answer: ONTIME. Hint: Think of being punctual rather than urging someone to act. ⏰
  23. 45. Paper cutter? — Answer: EDITOR. Hint: Think of the person who trims written pieces down to their essentials. ✂️
  24. 48. Nearly all — Answer: MOST. Hint: Think of a very large majority, but not quite everyone. 👥
  25. 50. “East of Eden” twin brother — Answer: ARON. Hint: Think of Cal’s gentle twin in Steinbeck’s retelling of Cain and Abel. 📖
  26. 51. Place for a deck chair — Answer: POOLSIDE. Hint: Look beside the water for the perfect spot to unfold your lounger. 🏖️
  27. 54. Potato pancake — Answer: LATKE. Hint: A crispy, pan-fried specialty often enjoyed during Hanukkah might fit the bill 🥔
  28. 58. Bouquet ___ (chef’s herb mixture) — Answer: GARNI. Hint: This classic French bundle of herbs adds flavor to soups and stews. 🌿
  29. 59. Heavy rock group, and a punny descriptor of 17-, 34- and 41-Across — Answer: METALBAND. Hint: Think of a rock ensemble whose name also cheekily describes the featured entries. 🎸
  30. 61. Encourage — Answer: EGGON. Hint: Give someone the confidence or push to keep going. 💪
  31. 62. Prefix with present or directional — Answer: OMNI. Hint: Think of a prefix meaning “all,” fitting words about being everywhere or all around. 🌐
  32. 63. Store with furniture and meatballs — Answer: IKEA. Hint: Think of the Swedish home-furnishing giant famous for flat-pack furniture and cafeteria meatballs. 🛋️
  33. 64. Thompson of “Creed” — Answer: TESSA. Hint: This actor played Bianca in the boxing drama and Valkyrie in the Marvel universe. 🎬
  34. 65. Linguist Chomsky — Answer: NOAM. Hint: Think of the first name of the renowned MIT linguist and political commentator Chomsky. 🧠
  35. 66. Swarm (with) — Answer: TEEM. Hint: Be crowded or overflowing with something 🐝

Down

  1. 1. Speech therapist’s concern — Answer: LISP. Hint: A pronunciation quirk affecting certain hissing sounds may need attention here. 🗣️
  2. 2. Lead-in to boy or girl — Answer: ATTA. Hint: Think of a cheerful expression that can precede either “boy” or “girl.” 🎉
  3. 3. Ran in the wash — Answer: BLED. Hint: Sometimes clothes leave behind a little surprise after a wash! 🩸
  4. 4. Private eye — Answer: SLEUTH. Hint: A detective who works independently might be described this way. 🕵️
  5. 5. Whichever — Answer: ANY. Hint: Think about the word that captures all options without restriction! 🤔
  6. 6. Ways things are done — Answer: MODES. Hint: Think of the different methods or styles used to carry something out. 🛠️
  7. 7. Prepare for tomorrow — Answer: PLAN. Hint: Think about organizing what you’ll do ahead of time 🗓️
  8. 8. Stark who becomes Queen of the North, on “Game of Thrones” — Answer: SANSA. Hint: This Stark daughter grows from sheltered noblewoman into a formidable ruler of the North. 👑
  9. 9. Be in need of coolant, perhaps — Answer: OVERHEAT. Hint: Run too hot, and your engine may need some help cooling down 🔥
  10. 10. Common pre-law major, for short — Answer: POLISCI. Hint: This abbreviated field studies government and civic power, making it a popular path before law school. 🎓
  11. 11. McGregor of “The Phantom Menace” — Answer: EWAN. Hint: Think of the actor who played the young Jedi Obi-Wan Kenobi in this Star Wars prequel. 🎬
  12. 12. Philosopher Descartes — Answer: RENE. Hint: Think of the philosopher behind “I think, therefore I am.” 🤔
  13. 13. Throw in — Answer: ADD. Hint: Include something extra in the mix ➕
  14. 18. Zap, in a way — Answer: LASE. Hint: Use a focused beam of light to strike the target. 🔦
  15. 22. John B. Stetson, for one — Answer: HATMAKER. Hint: He was a craftsman famous for creating stylish headwear rather than merely wearing it. 🎩
  16. 24. Trouble-free — Answer: PAINLESS. Hint: Describes something that causes no discomfort or difficulty. 😊
  17. 26. Important acid type — Answer: AMINO. Hint: This essential acid type helps build proteins. 🧬
  18. 27. Language for Livy — Answer: LATIN. Hint: Think of the classical tongue used by ancient Roman authors like Livy. 🏛️
  19. 28. Parcel of land — Answer: TRACT. Hint: Think of a defined stretch of land, especially one described in real-estate terms. 🏡
  20. 30. Change as needed — Answer: ADAPT. Hint: Adjust your approach when circumstances call for it. 🔄
  21. 31. Pace set by a metronome — Answer: TEMPO. Hint: A musician might follow this steady musical speed. 🎵
  22. 32. Word on a door — Answer: ENTER. Hint: A welcoming instruction inviting you to go inside appears here. 🚪
  23. 35. Tease — Answer: RIB. Hint: To playfully make fun of someone is to do this. 😄
  24. 36. Birds ___ feather — Answer: OFA. Hint: Complete this familiar saying about birds that tend to flock together. 🐦
  25. 37. Credit card chip protocol letters — Answer: NFC. Hint: Think of the short-range technology that lets cards and phones communicate with a quick tap. 📶
  26. 39. Wheat product used for pasta — Answer: SEMOLINA. Hint: This coarse flour gives many pasta shapes their hearty texture. 🌾
  27. 42. Ginza garments — Answer: KIMONOS. Hint: Think of the traditional Japanese robes you might spot while strolling through Tokyo’s Ginza district. 👘
  28. 46. Toy store buy — Answer: DOLL. Hint: Think of a toy-sized pretend person you might buy for a child. 🪆
  29. 47. “Not just yet!” — Answer: INABIT. Hint: Think of a casual way to say something will happen after a short wait. ⏳
  30. 49. Pumbaa’s partner in “The Lion King” — Answer: TIMON. Hint: Think of the witty meerkat who shares Pumbaa’s carefree jungle adventures 🦁
  31. 50. CVS Health subsidiary — Answer: AETNA. Hint: This health insurer became part of CVS Health through a major 2018 acquisition. 🏥
  32. 51. Book unit — Answer: PAGE. Hint: A single sheet in a book is this. 📖
  33. 52. Assns. — Answer: ORGS. Hint: A short form for organized groups or societies 🏛️
  34. 53. Trial version — Answer: DEMO. Hint: A limited preview lets you try the product before committing. 🧪
  35. 55. Film shot — Answer: TAKE. Hint: In filmmaking, this is a single recorded attempt at a scene. 🎬
  36. 56. Tibia’s top — Answer: KNEE. Hint: Think of the leg joint where the shin meets the thigh. 🦵
  37. 57. Dutch cheese — Answer: EDAM. Hint: Think of a famous cheese named after a town in the Netherlands 🧀
  38. 58. Acquire — Answer: GET. Hint: It's what you do when you obtain something you desire! 🎯
  39. 60. Useful skill for darts players — Answer: AIM. Hint: It helps guide each throw toward the bullseye. 🎯

The answer to “Film shot” in the Wall Street Journal crossword is TAKE — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal crossword on August 10, 2026, a Monday puzzle, at 55-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Film shot” answer

TAKE (4 letters)

Reveal the solution one letter at a time with the tiles above if you'd rather nudge yourself toward it than see the whole word at once. Just want it outright? The answer is TAKE.

What does TAKE mean?

Reading the plain dictionary sense of TAKE is often the fastest way to see why it answers this clue.

(verb)

  • lay hold of (something) with one's hands; reach for and hold
  • remove (someone or something) from a particular place
  • carry or bring with one; convey

When else has “Film shot” appeared?

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August 10, 2026 (most recent) → TAKE. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Film shot”?

The answer is TAKE, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal crossword on August 10, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Film shot”?

4 letters: TAKE.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the Wall Street Journal crossword on August 10, 2026 (a Monday puzzle), at 55-Down.

Can “Film shot” have a different answer?

Yes — Wall Street Journal sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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