LA Times Crossword Answers - Jul 6

By Katie Hale · Edited by Patti Varol

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  1. 1Stylish and classyCHIC
  2. 5Olivia Rodrigo album with the hit "Vampire"GUTS
  3. 9PD bossSARGE
  4. 14Nike's Swoosh, for oneLOGO
  5. 15Fairy tale bruteOGRE
  6. 16"Stop the launch!"ABORT
  7. 17Wall St. investment opportunitiesIPOS
  8. 18"The Keep" novelist JenniferEGAN
  9. 19Makers of mysterious footprints in the HimalayasYETIS
  10. 20Official clearance to miss classPERMISSIONSLIP
  11. 23Little hellionIMP
  12. 24Basketball three-pointerTREY
  13. 25HappensOCCURS
  14. 28"As you wish"SOBEIT
  15. 33NHL great BobbyORR
  16. 34Perform dramatic flips down a sprung trackPOWERTUMBLE
  17. 37CBS military law dramaNCIS
  18. 39Small battery sizeAAA
  19. 40Nintendo consoles with balance boardsWIIS
  20. 41Outdoor family getawayCAMPINGTRIP
  21. 46Actress DenningsKAT
  22. 47Madrid's naciónESPANA
  23. 48Happened afterENSUED
  24. 50BoastBRAG
  25. 53Bowling pin countTEN
  26. 54Fashion house release with autumnal colors, or what the ends of 20-, 34-, and 41-Across areFALLCOLLECTION
  27. 61Amazon basin beanCACAO
  28. 62TrashRUIN
  29. 63Org. with a "Know Your Rights" handbookACLU
  30. 64OpenerINTRO
  31. 65__ off: angryTEED
  32. 66Bog materialPEAT
  33. 67Black tea varietyASSAM
  34. 68Puts inADDS
  35. 69Ice cream brandEDYS

Down

  1. 1Trim, as fingernailsCLIP
  2. 2"Fingers crossed" feelingHOPE
  3. 3"The Rite of Spring" composer StravinskyIGOR
  4. 4AstronomicalCOSMIC
  5. 5Becomes a paid athleteGOESPRO
  6. 6Fluffy winter bootsUGGS
  7. 7CharacteristicTRAIT
  8. 8Mister, in 47-AcrossSENOR
  9. 9"Well, that's not what I think"SAYSYOU
  10. 10Eve's second sonABEL
  11. 11Indian flatbreadROTI
  12. 12Customizable part of a tennis racketGRIP
  13. 13Non-earthlings, for shortETS
  14. 21Post-alarm utteranceIMUP
  15. 22Wasp's homeNEST
  16. 25Two-tone ocean predatorsORCAS
  17. 26Pinch closed, as pie crustCRIMP
  18. 27__ bag: party favorsSWAG
  19. 29Audi competitorBMW
  20. 30Chargeable transportEBIKE
  21. 31Homeric saga about the Trojan WarILIAD
  22. 32EvaluateTEST
  23. 33"In the past ... "ONCE
  24. 35Have dinnerEAT
  25. 36Not often seenRARE
  26. 38Mud wrap venueSPA
  27. 42Like a flower garden during springINBLOOM
  28. 43Drug copNARC
  29. 44Means (to)INTENDS
  30. 45Fraction of a min.PSEC
  31. 49Take off a certain adhesiveUNTAPE
  32. 51Major arteryAORTA
  33. 52Put on a certain adhesiveGLUED
  34. 54Ardent supportersFANS
  35. 55Performs in a playACTS
  36. 56Video game archaeologist CroftLARA
  37. 57Wasn't honestLIED
  38. 58Frosted, as a cakeICED
  39. 59Regenerist brandOLAY
  40. 60Snack bowl fillerNUTS
  41. 61Spy org.CIA

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Stylish and classy — Answer: CHIC. Hint: Think of a word that captures an air of elegance and trendiness! 💅
  2. 5. Olivia Rodrigo album with the hit "Vampire" — Answer: GUTS. Hint: This album title reflects inner strength and determination! 💪
  3. 9. PD boss — Answer: SARGE. Hint: Think of a leader in a military or police setting! 🚔
  4. 14. Nike's Swoosh, for one — Answer: LOGO. Hint: Think of a symbol that represents a brand's identity! 🏷️
  5. 15. Fairy tale brute — Answer: OGRE. Hint: Think of a large, grumpy creature that might live in a swamp! 🐸
  6. 16. "Stop the launch!" — Answer: ABORT. Hint: Sometimes you just need to hit the brakes! 🚫
  7. 17. Wall St. investment opportunities — Answer: IPOS. Hint: These financial events can turn private companies into public ones and are eagerly anticipated by investors! 📈
  8. 18. "The Keep" novelist Jennifer — Answer: EGAN. Hint: This author's last name rhymes with a word for a type of antelope! 🦌
  9. 19. Makers of mysterious footprints in the Himalayas — Answer: YETIS. Hint: These elusive beings are often associated with snowy mountains and folklore! 🏔️
  10. 20. Official clearance to miss class — Answer: PERMISSIONSLIP. Hint: This note from a guardian can help you sneak out of school! 📄
  11. 23. Little hellion — Answer: IMP. Hint: Think of a mischievous character often causing trouble! 😈
  12. 24. Basketball three-pointer — Answer: TREY. Hint: This term is often used to describe a long-range shot that can really change the momentum of a game! 🏀
  13. 25. Happens — Answer: OCCURS. Hint: Think about what it means when something takes place in time! ⏳
  14. 28. "As you wish" — Answer: SOBEIT. Hint: This phrase often implies acceptance or agreement, especially in a formal context. 🤝
  15. 33. NHL great Bobby — Answer: ORR. Hint: Think of a legendary defenseman from the Bruins who revolutionized his position! 🏒
  16. 34. Perform dramatic flips down a sprung track — Answer: POWERTUMBLE. Hint: Get ready to show off your acrobatic skills on a bouncy surface! 🤸‍♂️
  17. 37. CBS military law drama — Answer: NCIS. Hint: This show combines navy investigations with a touch of drama and a lot of teamwork! ⚓
  18. 39. Small battery size — Answer: AAA. Hint: Think of the little power source that keeps your remote control alive! 🔋
  19. 40. Nintendo consoles with balance boards — Answer: WIIS. Hint: Think of a popular gaming system that encourages movement and balance! 🎮
  20. 41. Outdoor family getaway — Answer: CAMPINGTRIP. Hint: Time to pitch a tent and roast some marshmallows under the stars! 🏕️
  21. 46. Actress Dennings — Answer: KAT. Hint: This actress shares her name with a type of feline! 🐱
  22. 47. Madrid's nación — Answer: ESPANA. Hint: It's the home of flamenco and paella! 🇪🇸
  23. 48. Happened after — Answer: ENSUED. Hint: What comes next after an event has taken place? 🤔
  24. 50. Boast — Answer: BRAG. Hint: It's what you do when you're feeling proud of yourself! 😄
  25. 53. Bowling pin count — Answer: TEN. Hint: Can you recall how many players are on a classic bowling team? 🎳
  26. 54. Fashion house release with autumnal colors, or what the ends of 20-, 34-, and 41-Across are — Answer: FALLCOLLECTION. Hint: Think about what you might shop for when the leaves change! 🍂
  27. 61. Amazon basin bean — Answer: CACAO. Hint: This tropical treasure is the source of your favorite chocolate treats! 🍫
  28. 62. Trash — Answer: RUIN. Hint: Think about something that can mess up your plans! 🗑️
  29. 63. Org. with a "Know Your Rights" handbook — Answer: ACLU. Hint: This group champions civil liberties and might have a handy guide for you! 📘
  30. 64. Opener — Answer: INTRO. Hint: Think about what sets the stage for a great performance or story! 🎭
  31. 65. __ off: angry — Answer: TEED. Hint: Feeling a little irked can really get you riled up! 😠
  32. 66. Bog material — Answer: PEAT. Hint: This earthy substance is often found in marshy areas and can be used for gardening! 🌱
  33. 67. Black tea variety — Answer: ASSAM. Hint: This tea originates from a region in India, known for its bold flavors! 🍵
  34. 68. Puts in — Answer: ADDS. Hint: Think about what you do when you increase a quantity or bring something new into the mix! ➕
  35. 69. Ice cream brand — Answer: EDYS. Hint: Think of a brand that's synonymous with delicious frozen treats! 🍦

Down

  1. 1. Trim, as fingernails — Answer: CLIP. Hint: You might need this handy tool for a quick touch-up! ✂️
  2. 2. "Fingers crossed" feeling — Answer: HOPE. Hint: This feeling is what keeps us wishing for the best outcome! 🤞
  3. 3. "The Rite of Spring" composer Stravinsky — Answer: IGOR. Hint: This Russian composer is known for his groundbreaking ballet that caused a riot at its premiere! 🎶
  4. 4. Astronomical — Answer: COSMIC. Hint: Think of the grand scale of the universe! 🌌
  5. 5. Becomes a paid athlete — Answer: GOESPRO. Hint: Taking your skills to the next level can lead to big rewards! 🏆
  6. 6. Fluffy winter boots — Answer: UGGS. Hint: These cozy kicks are perfect for keeping your toes warm on chilly days! ❄️
  7. 7. Characteristic — Answer: TRAIT. Hint: It's something that makes you unique! 🌟
  8. 8. Mister, in 47-Across — Answer: SENOR. Hint: Think of a respectful title used in Spanish-speaking countries! 🇪🇸
  9. 9. "Well, that's not what I think" — Answer: SAYSYOU. Hint: When you disagree, what do you often express? 🤔
  10. 10. Eve's second son — Answer: ABEL. Hint: One of the first siblings in a biblical tale! 🍏
  11. 11. Indian flatbread — Answer: ROTI. Hint: This versatile staple is often served with curries and is perfect for scooping! 🍞
  12. 12. Customizable part of a tennis racket — Answer: GRIP. Hint: It's what you hold onto while serving up some aces! 🎾
  13. 13. Non-earthlings, for short — Answer: ETS. Hint: Think about visitors from the great beyond who might not be from our planet! 👽
  14. 21. Post-alarm utterance — Answer: IMUP. Hint: After a scare, you might say this to let someone know it's all good! 😅
  15. 22. Wasp's home — Answer: NEST. Hint: Think of a cozy spot where a busy insect might store its secrets! 🐝
  16. 25. Two-tone ocean predators — Answer: ORCAS. Hint: Think of the black-and-white whales that are often referred to as killer whales! 🐋
  17. 26. Pinch closed, as pie crust — Answer: CRIMP. Hint: Think about how you might seal a delicious treat at the edges! 🥧
  18. 27. __ bag: party favors — Answer: SWAG. Hint: This type of bag often comes filled with goodies that bring joy to celebrations! 🎉
  19. 29. Audi competitor — Answer: BMW. Hint: Think of a luxury car brand known for its ultimate driving experience! 🚗
  20. 30. Chargeable transport — Answer: EBIKE. Hint: Think of a two-wheeled ride that gives you a boost without breaking a sweat! 🚴‍♂️
  21. 31. Homeric saga about the Trojan War — Answer: ILIAD. Hint: This epic poem recounts the legendary battles and heroes of a famous conflict! 📜
  22. 32. Evaluate — Answer: TEST. Hint: Think about how you might assess or check something! 📝
  23. 33. "In the past ... " — Answer: ONCE. Hint: Think about something that happened a single time long ago! ⏳
  24. 35. Have dinner — Answer: EAT. Hint: What's that thing you do with food at mealtime? 🍽️
  25. 36. Not often seen — Answer: RARE. Hint: Think of something that is special and hard to find! 🌟
  26. 38. Mud wrap venue — Answer: SPA. Hint: Relax and rejuvenate in a place where pampering is the main attraction! 🛁
  27. 42. Like a flower garden during spring — Answer: INBLOOM. Hint: Imagine vibrant colors and fragrances bursting to life after winter's chill! 🌸
  28. 43. Drug cop — Answer: NARC. Hint: Think about someone who works undercover to catch those who break the law in the drug world! 🚔
  29. 44. Means (to) — Answer: INTENDS. Hint: It's all about your plans and desires for the future! 🎯
  30. 45. Fraction of a min. — Answer: PSEC. Hint: Think of a tiny portion of time that's shorter than a second! ⏱️
  31. 49. Take off a certain adhesive — Answer: UNTAPE. Hint: Imagine freeing something from its sticky grip! 🏷️
  32. 51. Major artery — Answer: AORTA. Hint: This vital vessel carries oxygen-rich blood from your heart to the rest of your body! ❤️
  33. 52. Put on a certain adhesive — Answer: GLUED. Hint: This action often seals something in place, making it stick together! 🖇️
  34. 54. Ardent supporters — Answer: FANS. Hint: These folks cheer loudly for their favorite teams or artists! 🎉
  35. 55. Performs in a play — Answer: ACTS. Hint: Think of what actors do on stage! 🎭
  36. 56. Video game archaeologist Croft — Answer: LARA. Hint: She’s famous for her adventures in ancient ruins! 🏺
  37. 57. Wasn't honest — Answer: LIED. Hint: Sometimes the truth takes a detour when we bend it a bit! 🤫
  38. 58. Frosted, as a cake — Answer: ICED. Hint: Think about how a delicious dessert is often made to look extra special! 🍰
  39. 59. Regenerist brand — Answer: OLAY. Hint: This skincare brand is known for its promise to help you glow at any age! ✨
  40. 60. Snack bowl filler — Answer: NUTS. Hint: Think of a crunchy treat often enjoyed during games or parties! 🥳
  41. 61. Spy org. — Answer: CIA. Hint: This agency is often associated with covert operations and intelligence gathering. 🕵️

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Across

#ClueAnswer
1Stylish and classyCHIC
5Olivia Rodrigo album with the hit "Vampire"GUTS
9PD bossSARGE
14Nike's Swoosh, for oneLOGO
15Fairy tale bruteOGRE
16"Stop the launch!"ABORT
17Wall St. investment opportunitiesIPOS
18"The Keep" novelist JenniferEGAN
19Makers of mysterious footprints in the HimalayasYETIS
20Official clearance to miss classPERMISSIONSLIP
23Little hellionIMP
24Basketball three-pointerTREY
25HappensOCCURS
28"As you wish"SOBEIT
33NHL great BobbyORR
34Perform dramatic flips down a sprung trackPOWERTUMBLE
37CBS military law dramaNCIS
39Small battery sizeAAA
40Nintendo consoles with balance boardsWIIS
41Outdoor family getawayCAMPINGTRIP
46Actress DenningsKAT
47Madrid's naciónESPANA
48Happened afterENSUED
50BoastBRAG
53Bowling pin countTEN
54Fashion house release with autumnal colors, or what the ends of 20-, 34-, and 41-Across areFALLCOLLECTION
61Amazon basin beanCACAO
62TrashRUIN
63Org. with a "Know Your Rights" handbookACLU
64OpenerINTRO
65__ off: angryTEED
66Bog materialPEAT
67Black tea varietyASSAM
68Puts inADDS
69Ice cream brandEDYS

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#ClueAnswer
1Trim, as fingernailsCLIP
2"Fingers crossed" feelingHOPE
3"The Rite of Spring" composer StravinskyIGOR
4AstronomicalCOSMIC
5Becomes a paid athleteGOESPRO
6Fluffy winter bootsUGGS
7CharacteristicTRAIT
8Mister, in 47-AcrossSENOR
9"Well, that's not what I think"SAYSYOU
10Eve's second sonABEL
11Indian flatbreadROTI
12Customizable part of a tennis racketGRIP
13Non-earthlings, for shortETS
21Post-alarm utteranceIMUP
22Wasp's homeNEST
25Two-tone ocean predatorsORCAS
26Pinch closed, as pie crustCRIMP
27__ bag: party favorsSWAG
29Audi competitorBMW
30Chargeable transportEBIKE
31Homeric saga about the Trojan WarILIAD
32EvaluateTEST
33"In the past ... "ONCE
35Have dinnerEAT
36Not often seenRARE
38Mud wrap venueSPA
42Like a flower garden during springINBLOOM
43Drug copNARC
44Means (to)INTENDS
45Fraction of a min.PSEC
49Take off a certain adhesiveUNTAPE
51Major arteryAORTA
52Put on a certain adhesiveGLUED
54Ardent supportersFANS
55Performs in a playACTS
56Video game archaeologist CroftLARA
57Wasn't honestLIED
58Frosted, as a cakeICED
59Regenerist brandOLAY
60Snack bowl fillerNUTS
61Spy org.CIA

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