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By David Ding · Edited by Patti Varol

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  1. 1Train for a boxing matchSPAR
  2. 5Love deeplyADORE
  3. 10Follow directionsOBEY
  4. 14"Beloved" novelist MorrisonTONI
  5. 15Kitchen gadget for applesCORER
  6. 16LocaleSITE
  7. 17Bygone GM divisionOLDS
  8. 18"Understood"ROGER
  9. 19Prize grabber in an arcade gameCLAW
  10. 20Formal event attended in costumeMASQUERADEBALL
  11. 23Like a parent at graduationPROUD
  12. 24"Man of Steel" director ZackSNYDER
  13. 25Geological spanEON
  14. 27Scissors soundSNIP
  15. 30Wimbledon org.ATP
  16. 33Last film starring Daniel Craig as James BondNOTIMETODIE
  17. 39Cardamom-infused teaCHAI
  18. 41Subscribe againRENEW
  19. 42Turn downDENY
  20. 43Official record on a shipCAPTAINSLOG
  21. 46Broke breadATE
  22. 47Trace of smokeWISP
  23. 48Baby goatKID
  24. 50HumiliatedABASED
  25. 55Walkie-talkie, e.g.RADIO
  26. 59Call for action, or what one might say before using the ends of 20-, 33-, and 43-AcrossLETSGETROLLING
  27. 62College admissions office offeringTOUR
  28. 63Garden pestAPHID
  29. 64HideoutLAIR
  30. 65Bilingual cartoon explorerDORA
  31. 66Kitchen gadget for flourSIEVE
  32. 67Poker buy-inANTE
  33. 68"Don't come any closer!"STOP
  34. 69Cuts (down)PARES
  35. 70Talk back toSASS

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  1. 1Tread heavilySTOMP
  2. 2__ oppositesPOLAR
  3. 3"Consequently ... "ANDSO
  4. 4RacyRISQUE
  5. 5Zoning unitACRE
  6. 6Opportunities, metaphoricallyDOORS
  7. 7Church instrument with pipesORGAN
  8. 8Like the sound of an oboeREEDY
  9. 9Made a blunderERRED
  10. 10Nomination from the AcademyOSCARNOD
  11. 11Bar tab, e.g.BILL
  12. 12List-shortening abbr.ETAL
  13. 13Source of some flexible woodYEW
  14. 21Thick Japanese noodleUDON
  15. 22Breezy email sign-offBEST
  16. 26Sushi wrapperNORI
  17. 28BrainchildIDEA
  18. 29Ice cream purchasePINT
  19. 30UNC's athletic gp.ACC
  20. 31DefrostTHAW
  21. 32Big __: David Ortiz nicknamePAPI
  22. 34Perfect score in diving, or half a scoreTEN
  23. 35ConnectionsINS
  24. 36EGOT-winning BrooksMEL
  25. 37Furry "Star Wars" creatureEWOK
  26. 38Potato spotEYE
  27. 40"We've been duped!"ITSATRAP
  28. 44Emer. alertsAPBS
  29. 45"You go, __!"GIRL
  30. 49Texas city known as "Big D"DALLAS
  31. 51Audibly shockedAGASP
  32. 52Vintage photo toneSEPIA
  33. 53Early anestheticETHER
  34. 54MotivationDRIVE
  35. 56Taurasi who holds the WNBA record for career pointsDIANA
  36. 57Monogram pts.INITS
  37. 58Fairy tale baddiesOGRES
  38. 59Stolen goodsLOOT
  39. 60Capital of France?EURO
  40. 61Poems of tributeODES
  41. 62QB statsTDS

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Train for a boxing match — Answer: SPAR. Hint: Practice with a partner before stepping into the ring 🥊
  2. 5. Love deeply — Answer: ADORE. Hint: Feel profound affection for someone or something. ❤️
  3. 10. Follow directions — Answer: OBEY. Hint: Do what you’re told and stick to the rules. 🫡
  4. 14. "Beloved" novelist Morrison — Answer: TONI. Hint: Think of the Nobel-winning author behind *Beloved* 📚
  5. 15. Kitchen gadget for apples — Answer: CORER. Hint: This handy kitchen tool removes an apple’s center before slicing. 🍎
  6. 16. Locale — Answer: SITE. Hint: Think of the particular place where something is located. 📍
  7. 17. Bygone GM division — Answer: OLDS. Hint: Think of a former General Motors car brand whose name suggests earlier times 🚗
  8. 18. "Understood" — Answer: ROGER. Hint: A classic radio-style way to confirm that your message was received and understood 📻
  9. 19. Prize grabber in an arcade game — Answer: CLAW. Hint: Think of the mechanical arcade hand that tries to snag a stuffed toy. 🕹️
  10. 20. Formal event attended in costume — Answer: MASQUERADEBALL. Hint: Think of a fancy party where masks make introductions optional 🎭
  11. 23. Like a parent at graduation — Answer: PROUD. Hint: A warm feeling that shines through after watching someone you love achieve a milestone 🎓
  12. 24. "Man of Steel" director Zack — Answer: SNYDER. Hint: Think of the filmmaker who brought Superman a darker, more dramatic cinematic style 🎬
  13. 25. Geological span — Answer: EON. Hint: Think of a vast stretch of Earth’s history, far longer than an era. 🪨
  14. 27. Scissors sound — Answer: SNIP. Hint: A quick little cut makes this sound ✂️
  15. 30. Wimbledon org. — Answer: ATP. Hint: Think of the organization representing male professional tennis players 🎾
  16. 33. Last film starring Daniel Craig as James Bond — Answer: NOTIMETODIE. Hint: This 2021 finale brought Daniel Craig’s era as 007 to a dramatic close 🎬
  17. 39. Cardamom-infused tea — Answer: CHAI. Hint: This fragrant, spiced brew is a cozy favorite often served with milk. ☕
  18. 41. Subscribe again — Answer: RENEW. Hint: Sign up for the service once more to keep it active. 🔄
  19. 42. Turn down — Answer: DENY. Hint: Refuse a request instead of saying yes. 🙅
  20. 43. Official record on a ship — Answer: CAPTAINSLOG. Hint: A mariner might consult this official diary to review voyages, weather, and daily events. ⚓
  21. 46. Broke bread — Answer: ATE. Hint: This means had a meal, not shattered a loaf. 🍽️
  22. 47. Trace of smoke — Answer: WISP. Hint: Think of a faint, curling thread drifting from a candle or chimney. 💨
  23. 48. Baby goat — Answer: KID. Hint: This young farm animal grows up to be a nimble adult goat 🐐
  24. 50. Humiliated — Answer: ABASED. Hint: Made to feel deeply ashamed or lowered in dignity 😳
  25. 55. Walkie-talkie, e.g. — Answer: RADIO. Hint: It’s a handheld device for sending and receiving spoken messages over the air. 📻
  26. 59. Call for action, or what one might say before using the ends of 20-, 33-, and 43-Across — Answer: LETSGETROLLING. Hint: Think of a spirited phrase that means it’s time to begin. 🚀
  27. 62. College admissions office offering — Answer: TOUR. Hint: A prospective student might sign up for this guided look around campus. 🏫
  28. 63. Garden pest — Answer: APHID. Hint: This tiny sap-sucker can turn a thriving plant into its personal buffet 🐛
  29. 64. Hideout — Answer: LAIR. Hint: A cozy den for a beast or a secretive type 🦁
  30. 65. Bilingual cartoon explorer — Answer: DORA. Hint: This adventurous animated traveler often switches between English and Spanish. 🗺️
  31. 66. Kitchen gadget for flour — Answer: SIEVE. Hint: Use this mesh kitchen tool to separate lumps from fine flour. 🍰
  32. 67. Poker buy-in — Answer: ANTE. Hint: It's the initial bet that sets the stage for the game! 🎲
  33. 68. "Don't come any closer!" — Answer: STOP. Hint: A firm command telling someone to halt their approach 🛑
  34. 69. Cuts (down) — Answer: PARES. Hint: Trims something to make it smaller ✂️
  35. 70. Talk back to — Answer: SASS. Hint: It means to reply with a cheeky or disrespectful attitude. 😏

Down

  1. 1. Tread heavily — Answer: STOMP. Hint: Move your feet with enough force to make the floor notice. 👣
  2. 2. __ opposites — Answer: POLAR. Hint: Think of the kind of opposites found at the two ends of Earth. 🌍
  3. 3. "Consequently ... " — Answer: ANDSO. Hint: Look for a phrase meaning “as a result.” ➡️
  4. 4. Racy — Answer: RISQUE. Hint: Think of something daringly suggestive or a little bit naughty. 😉
  5. 5. Zoning unit — Answer: ACRE. Hint: Think of a common land-measurement unit used when dividing property into zones. 📐
  6. 6. Opportunities, metaphorically — Answer: DOORS. Hint: Think of what can open up when new possibilities appear. 🚪
  7. 7. Church instrument with pipes — Answer: ORGAN. Hint: Think of the grand keyboard instrument that fills a church with majestic music. 🎶
  8. 8. Like the sound of an oboe — Answer: REEDY. Hint: Think of the buzzy, vibrating quality produced by this woodwind’s little mouthpiece. 🎶
  9. 9. Made a blunder — Answer: ERRED. Hint: Made a mistake or misjudgment. 🤦
  10. 10. Nomination from the Academy — Answer: OSCARNOD. Hint: It’s the film industry’s way of saying, “You’re in the running for gold.” 🎬
  11. 11. Bar tab, e.g. — Answer: BILL. Hint: It’s what you might owe after enjoying a few drinks at the pub 🍻
  12. 12. List-shortening abbr. — Answer: ETAL. Hint: This abbreviation trims a long list of names by signaling “and others.” 📝
  13. 13. Source of some flexible wood — Answer: YEW. Hint: This evergreen tree is prized for its springy timber and graceful needles. 🌲
  14. 21. Thick Japanese noodle — Answer: UDON. Hint: This chewy Japanese staple is often served in savory broth or stir-fries 🍜
  15. 22. Breezy email sign-off — Answer: BEST. Hint: A casual way to wish someone well at the end of a message. 👋
  16. 26. Sushi wrapper — Answer: NORI. Hint: This edible seaweed sheet keeps tasty sushi rolls neatly bundled. 🍣
  17. 28. Brainchild — Answer: IDEA. Hint: A creative thought or invention born in someone’s mind 💡
  18. 29. Ice cream purchase — Answer: PINT. Hint: Think of a common small container size for frozen dessert. 🍦
  19. 30. UNC's athletic gp. — Answer: ACC. Hint: Think of the college sports conference that includes the Tar Heels. 🏀
  20. 31. Defrost — Answer: THAW. Hint: Let something frozen warm up until the ice disappears. 🧊
  21. 32. Big __: David Ortiz nickname — Answer: PAPI. Hint: This beloved slugger’s affectionate nickname sounds like a family term for dad. ⚾
  22. 34. Perfect score in diving, or half a score — Answer: TEN. Hint: Think of the number awarded for a flawless dive and counted as five pairs. 🤿
  23. 35. Connections — Answer: INS. Hint: Think about the networks that link everything together! 🌐
  24. 36. EGOT-winning Brooks — Answer: MEL. Hint: Think of the comedy legend behind The Producers and Young Frankenstein. 🎬
  25. 37. Furry "Star Wars" creature — Answer: EWOK. Hint: Think of the cuddly forest-dweller who helped turn the tide on the forest moon of Endor 🌲
  26. 38. Potato spot — Answer: EYE. Hint: It’s the little spot on a potato that can grow into a new sprout. 🌱
  27. 40. "We've been duped!" — Answer: ITSATRAP. Hint: This exclamation reveals that everyone has fallen for a deceptive setup 😲
  28. 44. Emer. alerts — Answer: APBS. Hint: These urgent broadcasts ask the public to watch for a person or vehicle 🚨
  29. 45. "You go, __!" — Answer: GIRL. Hint: A spirited cheer encouraging someone to keep being confident and fabulous! 📣
  30. 49. Texas city known as "Big D" — Answer: DALLAS. Hint: This Lone Star metropolis is famous for its skyline, sports, and larger-than-life attitude 🤠
  31. 51. Audibly shocked — Answer: AGASP. Hint: This is the sound of someone reacting with sudden surprise 😮
  32. 52. Vintage photo tone — Answer: SEPIA. Hint: Think of the warm brown tint often seen in old photographs 📷
  33. 53. Early anesthetic — Answer: ETHER. Hint: This pioneering surgical vapor once helped patients drift off before operations. 🩺
  34. 54. Motivation — Answer: DRIVE. Hint: A strong inner push can keep you moving toward your goal. 🚀
  35. 56. Taurasi who holds the WNBA record for career points — Answer: DIANA. Hint: Think of the WNBA legend whose first name is also that of a Roman goddess of the hunt. 🏀
  36. 57. Monogram pts. — Answer: INITS. Hint: These are the individual letters used in a monogram. ✍️
  37. 58. Fairy tale baddies — Answer: OGRES. Hint: These hulking storybook villains are known for giant appetites and even bigger tempers. 👹
  38. 59. Stolen goods — Answer: LOOT. Hint: What pirates might stash after a successful raid 🏴‍☠️
  39. 60. Capital of France? — Answer: EURO. Hint: Think of what might be found in a French wallet rather than on a map. 💶
  40. 61. Poems of tribute — Answer: ODES. Hint: These short lyrical works celebrate someone or something special. 🎶
  41. 62. QB stats — Answer: TDS. Hint: These quarterback numbers count scoring throws through the air. 🏈

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Across

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1Train for a boxing matchSPAR
5Love deeplyADORE
10Follow directionsOBEY
14"Beloved" novelist MorrisonTONI
15Kitchen gadget for applesCORER
16LocaleSITE
17Bygone GM divisionOLDS
18"Understood"ROGER
19Prize grabber in an arcade gameCLAW
20Formal event attended in costumeMASQUERADEBALL
23Like a parent at graduationPROUD
24"Man of Steel" director ZackSNYDER
25Geological spanEON
27Scissors soundSNIP
30Wimbledon org.ATP
33Last film starring Daniel Craig as James BondNOTIMETODIE
39Cardamom-infused teaCHAI
41Subscribe againRENEW
42Turn downDENY
43Official record on a shipCAPTAINSLOG
46Broke breadATE
47Trace of smokeWISP
48Baby goatKID
50HumiliatedABASED
55Walkie-talkie, e.g.RADIO
59Call for action, or what one might say before using the ends of 20-, 33-, and 43-AcrossLETSGETROLLING
62College admissions office offeringTOUR
63Garden pestAPHID
64HideoutLAIR
65Bilingual cartoon explorerDORA
66Kitchen gadget for flourSIEVE
67Poker buy-inANTE
68"Don't come any closer!"STOP
69Cuts (down)PARES
70Talk back toSASS

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#ClueAnswer
1Tread heavilySTOMP
2__ oppositesPOLAR
3"Consequently ... "ANDSO
4RacyRISQUE
5Zoning unitACRE
6Opportunities, metaphoricallyDOORS
7Church instrument with pipesORGAN
8Like the sound of an oboeREEDY
9Made a blunderERRED
10Nomination from the AcademyOSCARNOD
11Bar tab, e.g.BILL
12List-shortening abbr.ETAL
13Source of some flexible woodYEW
21Thick Japanese noodleUDON
22Breezy email sign-offBEST
26Sushi wrapperNORI
28BrainchildIDEA
29Ice cream purchasePINT
30UNC's athletic gp.ACC
31DefrostTHAW
32Big __: David Ortiz nicknamePAPI
34Perfect score in diving, or half a scoreTEN
35ConnectionsINS
36EGOT-winning BrooksMEL
37Furry "Star Wars" creatureEWOK
38Potato spotEYE
40"We've been duped!"ITSATRAP
44Emer. alertsAPBS
45"You go, __!"GIRL
49Texas city known as "Big D"DALLAS
51Audibly shockedAGASP
52Vintage photo toneSEPIA
53Early anestheticETHER
54MotivationDRIVE
56Taurasi who holds the WNBA record for career pointsDIANA
57Monogram pts.INITS
58Fairy tale baddiesOGRES
59Stolen goodsLOOT
60Capital of France?EURO
61Poems of tributeODES
62QB statsTDS

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