Welcome to another edition of NYT Connections, where we bring you the answers to the puzzles and crosswords featured in The New York Times on April 23rd. Whether you’re a seasoned puzzler or just a casual solver, we’ve got you covered with all the solutions you need.
Let’s dive in!
1. Mini Crossword: “You can say that again!”
The clue for this five-letter word was “With 4-Down, ‘I absolutely agree!'”
Answer: “Said” (When combined with “exactly,” it becomes a phrase expressing strong agreement, as in “You can say that again!”)
2. Mini Crossword: “Nissan or Porsche”
The clue for this four-letter word was “Automaker headquartered in Tokyo.”
Answer: “Toyota” (Known for its popular vehicle models like Camry, Corolla, and Tacoma, Toyota is a Japanese automobile manufacturer.)
3. Mini Crossword: “Professional basketball player from Harlem”
The clue for this four-letter word was “Famous streetballer after whom a pro league is named.”
Answer: “Rucker” (The famous Rucker Park in Harlem, New York, has hosted countless basketball games and tournaments over the years, attracting top streetballers from around the world.)
4. Spelling Bee: “Seven-letter words”
The Spelling Bee puzzle on April 23rd challenged solvers to create as many words as possible using the seven given letters, with one letter designated as the center letter. The puzzle had at least one seven-letter word.
Answer: There are several possibilities for seven-letter words, depending on the specific given letters and center letter. These may include words like “sanctum,” “unstack,” “hatchet,” “manhunt,” and more.
5. Crossword: “Writer Morrison”
The crossword featured the clue “Nobel Prize-winning author of ‘Song of Solomon’ and ‘Beloved.'”
Answer: “Toni” (Toni Morrison was an acclaimed American novelist and essayist, known for her vivid portrayals of African American life and the struggles faced by the community. Her novels, including “Song of Solomon” and “Beloved,” have earned her numerous accolades, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993.)
6. Crossword: “Bard’s river”
The crossword clue was “Shakespearean stream.”
Answer: “Avon” (The River Avon, specifically the Avon River in Warwickshire, England, is associated with William Shakespeare’s birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon. It is often referred to as the “Bard’s river.”)
7. Crossword: “Big Apple sch.”
The crossword clue was “School whose motto is πάντα περὶ μέτρον ἢ τιμὴν,” meaning “Everything in moderation, even honor.”
Answer: “NYU” (New York University, commonly known as NYU, is a prestigious private university located in New York City. The school offers a wide range of academic programs and is recognized for its research, arts, and global initiatives.)
That wraps up this edition of NYT Connections. We hope you found the answers you were looking for and had a great time solving the puzzles from The New York Times. Until next time, happy puzzling!