"Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds.
Crossword Answer — August 06, 2026
Answer
This sarcastic phrase suggests that someone’s tears won’t earn much sympathy. 😏
Daily Themed Crossword
Thursday, August 06, 2026
By PlaySimple Games
Across
- 8Glitz and ___GLAM
- 13"Love," in SpainAMOR
- 14Place for an earringLOBE
- 15___ Moines, IowaDES
- 16In ___ of (instead of)LIEU
- 17Norway's capital cityOSLO
- 33Maiden name precederNEE
- 35Fire or army insectANT
- 54Affectionate embraceHUG
Down
- 1Feeling blueSAD
- 7Rock band member with sticksDRUMMER
- 8Shiny lip applicationGLOSS
- 23WidespreadRIFE
- 26Bathroom rugMAT
- 27Enrolled in the army, sayENLISTED
- 31Long-eared hopperHARE
- 32Language this clue is written inENGLISH
- 37Plays first in cardsOPENS
- 39Great dog?DANE
- 40Chowder shellfishCLAM
- 42In the distanceAFAR
Crossword clues, hints, and answers
Across
- 1. Sticky fluid secreted by a tree — Answer: SAP. Hint: Think of the sweet, syrupy liquid that can be tapped from a maple tree 🍁
- 4. Tough to solve, as a crossword puzzle — Answer: HARD. Hint: It’s the kind of puzzle that really makes you think! 🤔
- 8. Glitz and ___ — Answer: GLAM. Hint: Think of the sparkle and stylish showiness that often pairs with “glitz.” ✨
- 12. "Much ___ About Nothing" — Answer: ADO. Hint: This Shakespearean title includes a three-letter word meaning a fuss or commotion. 🎭
- 13. "Love," in Spain — Answer: AMOR. Hint: In Spain, this is the word you’d use for romantic affection. ❤️
- 14. Place for an earring — Answer: LOBE. Hint: A spot on the outer ear where jewelry can be worn. 👂
- 15. ___ Moines, Iowa — Answer: DES. Hint: This city shares its name with a common word for 'to be aware of' in Spanish. 🏙️
- 16. In ___ of (instead of) — Answer: LIEU. Hint: This French-derived phrase means “in place of” or “instead of.” 🔄
- 17. Norway's capital city — Answer: OSLO. Hint: This Scandinavian capital is known for its fjord, museums, and Viking heritage 🏛️
- 18. ___-friendly (easy on the environment) — Answer: ECO. Hint: Think of the short prefix that signals care for the planet. 🌱
- 20. All aboard for films set at sea! "___ and Commander: The Far Side of the World," a 2003 epic starring Russell Crowe starts off our journey — Answer: MASTER. Hint: Picture Russell Crowe as a ship’s captain in this nautical epic, paired with the title’s other commanding role ⚓
- 22. ___ and proper (well-behaved) — Answer: PRIM. Hint: Think of a word for someone impeccably well-mannered in this familiar phrase. 😊
- 24. Mr. and ___ (titles for a married couple) — Answer: MRS. Hint: Think of the traditional feminine title paired with “Mr.” for a married woman. 💍
- 25. Offers help or assistance — Answer: AIDS. Hint: Gives someone a helping hand when they need support 🤝
- 26. "Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds. — Answer: MEA. Hint: This sarcastic phrase suggests that someone’s tears won’t earn much sympathy. 😏
- 27. "Ed, ___ n Eddy" of old cartoons — Answer: EDD. Hint: Think of the brainy, bespectacled member of this mischievous cartoon trio 🤓
- 30. Corporate money manager: Abbr. — Answer: CFO. Hint: This executive oversees a company’s finances and budgets—look for the standard abbreviated title. 💼
- 31. The voyage continues with "In the ___ of the Sea," a 2015 film about the Essex whaling disaster starring Chris Hemsworth — Answer: HEART. Hint: Picture the title’s phrase as pointing to the ocean’s very core. 🌊
- 33. Maiden name preceder — Answer: NEE. Hint: This tiny word signals the surname someone had before marriage. 💍
- 34. Ryan Gosling's role in "Barbie" — Answer: KEN. Hint: Think of the iconic doll’s longtime boyfriend, brought to life in the pinkest blockbuster ever 💗
- 35. Fire or army insect — Answer: ANT. Hint: Think of the tiny six-legged creature that can be fiery or march in a military-style colony. 🐜
- 36. Count ___ (Lemony Snicket villain) — Answer: OLAF. Hint: Think of the villain who repeatedly disguises himself to pursue the Baudelaire orphans. 🎭
- 37. Nonprofit group's URL ending — Answer: ORG. Hint: Look for the three-letter web suffix commonly used by charitable organizations. 🌐
- 38. Still on open water, this 2018 true-story survival film stars Shailene Woodley as a sailor who is left stranded in the aftermath of a hurricane — Answer: ADRIFT. Hint: The title describes a sailor helplessly floating at sea after the storm. 🌊
- 40. Place of worship in a church or cathedral — Answer: CHAPEL. Hint: A smaller, dedicated prayer space found within a larger religious building 🕊️
- 43. Sunday church service that may be held in a 40a — Answer: MASS. Hint: This Sunday religious service is commonly celebrated in a church. ⛪
- 44. The journey turns inward in "___ of Pi," Ang Lee's 2012 Oscar-winning drama where a young boy and a Bengal tiger endure the Pacific Ocean — Answer: LIFE. Hint: Think of the four-letter word for existence that completes this poignant film title. 🎬
- 45. "I'm going to let you ___ a little secret ...": 2 wds. — Answer: INON. Hint: This two-word phrase means to share a secret with someone. 🤫
- 47. Part of OOO, in a game — Answer: TAC. Hint: It’s the middle call in the name of a classic three-part grid game. 🎲
- 50. "Temperature's rising ___ alarming rate!": 2 wds. — Answer: ATAN. Hint: Look for a two-word phrase meaning “at a particular rate,” with the second word used before a vowel sound. 🚨
- 51. "Auld Lang ___" (New Year song) — Answer: SYNE. Hint: Complete the nostalgic New Year lyric with the Scots word for “since.” 🎶
- 52. Actress Green or Longoria — Answer: EVA. Hint: These two actresses share a short first name associated with life itself. 🎬
- 53. Planet between Earth and Jupiter — Answer: MARS. Hint: Think of the fourth planet from the Sun, famous for its rusty-red surface 🔴
- 54. Affectionate embrace — Answer: HUG. Hint: A warm squeeze shared between people who care 🤗
- 55. Republican's counterpart, for short — Answer: DEM. Hint: This three-letter abbreviation names the other major U.S. political party. 🗳️
Down
- 1. Feeling blue — Answer: SAD. Hint: It describes an unhappy or gloomy mood. 😔
- 2. Suffix used with a lemon-based drink — Answer: ADE. Hint: This little ending helps turn a citrus fruit into a refreshing drink name 🍋
- 3. Brace for chaos in "The ___ Adventure," a 1972 thriller starring Gene Hackman where a rogue wave overturns a cruise ship! — Answer: POSEIDON. Hint: Think of the Greek god who rules the seas, a fitting namesake for this disaster thriller. 🌊
- 4. Glowing ring over an angel's head — Answer: HALO. Hint: Think of the sacred circle often depicted above an angel’s head 😇
- 5. "Who ___ to complain?": 2 wds. — Answer: AMI. Hint: Complete the familiar rhetorical question that humbly questions one’s authority to object. 🤔
- 6. Edible fish eggs (anagram of "ore") — Answer: ROE. Hint: These tiny delicacies are often served atop sushi or blini. 🐟
- 7. Rock band member with sticks — Answer: DRUMMER. Hint: This bandmate keeps the beat by striking the kit with a pair of sticks. 🥁
- 8. Shiny lip application — Answer: GLOSS. Hint: A reflective cosmetic swipe that gives lips a glassy finish 💄
- 9. Finally, we end our voyage with "All Is ___," 2013 film featuring Robert Redford as a man stranded alone in the Indian Ocean — Answer: LOST. Hint: This word completes a phrase about something missing and describes the sailor’s predicament. 🎬
- 10. Partner of "ready" and "willing" — Answer: ABLE. Hint: Complete the familiar trio describing someone prepared, eager, and capable. 💪
- 11. "Is it just ___ is it hot in here?": 2 wds. — Answer: MEOR. Hint: A playful way to ask whether you’re the only one feeling the heat. 🌡️
- 19. Metric units on a ruler, for short — Answer: CMS. Hint: Think of the standard metric measurement marked along a ruler, in abbreviated form 📏
- 21. "I smell ___!" ("I suspect trickery!"): 2 wds. — Answer: ARAT. Hint: This suspicious phrase suggests a sneaky little rodent may be nearby. 🐀
- 22. Put your clothes in a suitcase, say — Answer: PACK. Hint: What you might do before heading off on a trip 🧳
- 23. Widespread — Answer: RIFE. Hint: Think of something found abundantly throughout an area. 🌍
- 26. Bathroom rug — Answer: MAT. Hint: A soft floor covering that keeps your feet cozy after a shower 🛁
- 27. Enrolled in the army, say — Answer: ENLISTED. Hint: It means having officially joined the military or another service. 🪖
- 28. Like many users of sign language — Answer: DEAF. Hint: They may communicate primarily through visual gestures rather than sound. 🤟
- 29. Nimble-fingered (rhymes with "heft") — Answer: DEFT. Hint: Think of someone whose fingers move with quick, practiced skill. 🖐️
- 31. Long-eared hopper — Answer: HARE. Hint: This swift meadow animal is famous for its unusually large ears. 🐇
- 32. Language this clue is written in — Answer: ENGLISH. Hint: Look at the words in the clue itself to identify its language. 🔍
- 36. Medical procedure sites: Abbr. — Answer: ORS. Hint: Hospitals have these designated surgical rooms, usually written in abbreviated form. 🏥
- 37. Plays first in cards — Answer: OPENS. Hint: The player who leads off the hand does this first. 🃏
- 38. "There's no honor ___ thieves" — Answer: AMONG. Hint: This preposition completes the saying about honor not existing within a group of thieves. 🕵️
- 39. Great dog? — Answer: DANE. Hint: Think of a famously large German breed that makes “great” a playful size joke. 🐕
- 40. Chowder shellfish — Answer: CLAM. Hint: This bivalve is a classic ingredient in creamy chowder 🥣
- 41. ___ snag (got stuck): 2 wds. — Answer: HITA. Hint: Complete the phrase meaning to run into an unexpected obstacle. 🧩
- 42. In the distance — Answer: AFAR. Hint: A poetic way to describe something happening far away 🌄
- 46. Big Apple school: Abbr. — Answer: NYU. Hint: This New York City university is often shortened to three letters in listings. 🎓
- 48. "___ Maria" ("Hail Mary") — Answer: AVE. Hint: This Latin greeting opens the prayer honoring Mary. 🙏
- 49. Video call need, for short — Answer: CAM. Hint: A webcam provides this essential visual feed during a virtual meeting. 📹
The answer to “"Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds.” in the Daily Themed crossword is MEA — a 3-letter word. This clue ran in the Daily Themed crossword on August 6, 2026, a Thursday puzzle, at 26-Across. If it's the entry standing between you and a clean grid, that's the word you need — and below you'll find why it fits, plus links to the day's other clues if more than one square is giving you trouble.
“"Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds.” answer
MEA (3 letters)
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Why the answer is MEA
This sarcastic phrase suggests that someone’s tears won’t earn much sympathy. 😏
When else has “"Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds.” appeared?
Daily Themed reuses clues across dates, sometimes with a different answer depending on the grid. Here's where this exact clue has shown up before, and what the answer was each time — handy if you landed here from a puzzle on another date.
August 6, 2026 (this puzzle) → MEA. We haven't indexed an earlier appearance of this exact clue yet.
More clues from the Daily Themed Crossword on August 6, 2026
Stuck on more than one clue? Here are the entries either side of this one in the same puzzle — tap any for its answer and explanation.
- Bathroom rug → MAT
- Offers help or assistance → AIDS
- "Ed, ___ n Eddy" of old cartoons → EDD
- Enrolled in the army, say → ENLISTED
- Mr. and ___ (titles for a married couple) → MRS
- Like many users of sign language → DEAF
- Widespread → RIFE
- Nimble-fingered (rhymes with "heft") → DEFT
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “"Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds.”?
The answer is MEA, a 3-letter word. It appeared in the Daily Themed crossword on August 6, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “"Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds.”?
3 letters: MEA.
Where did this clue appear?
In the Daily Themed crossword on August 6, 2026 (a Thursday puzzle), at 26-Across.
Can “"Cry ___ river" (phrase expressing lack of sympathy): 2 wds.” have a different answer?
Yes — Daily Themed 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.
Where can I find the rest of this day's Daily Themed Crossword answers?
The full grid for August 6, 2026 is on the Daily Themed Crossword answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.