We have all of the answers to the NYT Crossword puzzle for June 12 2024 to help you finish it up!
By: Christine Mielke - Published:
Our NYT Crossword June 12, 2024 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily puzzle that tests solvers’ knowledge and vocabulary. It’s one of the most popular crosswords in the world, known for its challenging clues and clever wordplay. The puzzle is published in the print edition of The New York Times and is also available online.
NYT Crossword June 12, 2024 Answers
If you need help solving the NYT Crossword on 6/12/24, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need. You can search for the clue and then select the appropriate clue to get the answer. We have done it this way so that if you’re just looking for a handful of clues, you won’t spoil other ones you’re working on!
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| # | Clue |
|---|---|
| 1A | Pop corn? |
| 8A | Home planet of a classic TV alien |
| 11A | ___ Ren of "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" |
| 15A | Brainstormer's graphic |
| 16A | Stooge with the catchphrase "Oh, a wise guy, eh?" |
| 17A | Lighting tubeful |
| 18A | Cranky |
| 19A | Balderdash |
| 21A | Pop quizzes? |
| 23A | "Yesterday, I ___ a clock. It was very time-consuming!" (example of a 1-Across) |
| 25A | Set upon en masse |
| 26A | Edge of a path |
| 27A | Planning to, informally |
| 30A | The U.S. is its southernmost member |
| 32A | Appreciated, as a joke |
| 33A | Nonfiction films with an editorial viewpoint, in a New York Times series |
| 35A | Attending to pressing matters? |
| 39A | Pop song? |
| 42A | Minor bump against another car |
| 44A | Long Islander of literature |
| 48A | Old French coin |
| 49A | Small scratch |
| 52A | "___ et Blanche" (Man Ray's study in contrast) |
| 53A | Misbehaves |
| 57A | LX ÷ XX |
| 59A | There and back, perhaps |
| 60A | Pop wisdom? |
| 64A | How contest winners might be chosen |
| 65A | Opening |
| 68A | More than theoretical |
| 69A | "I won't list them all": Abbr. |
| 70A | Obstacle to change |
| 71A | Poem about pastoral life |
| 72A | Major employer in Maryland whose employee count is classified, for short |
| 73A | Pop art? |
| 1D | Crudité go-with |
| 2D | Drink suffix |
| 3D | One side of a pool |
| 4D | Island on which the Dutch introduced coffee in the 1600s |
| 5D | Elide |
| 6D | Casey of radio countdowns |
| 7D | "Sleepless in Seattle" director |
| 8D | All: Prefix |
| 9D | Demos for democracy, e.g. |
| 10D | Distance running powerhouse |
| 11D | They're often held in the fetal position |
| 12D | Symbol on the Nikkei 225 |
| 13D | Subject of a worried pet owner's posting |
| 14D | Quick tennis outing |
| 20D | Pen |
| 22D | Jazz grp. |
| 23D | Opposite of hence |
| 24D | Garnish (with) |
| 28D | Rule for a screen-free household |
| 29D | Back issue |
| 31D | Up to, informally |
| 34D | Mind a baby, maybe |
| 36D | [!!!] |
| 37D | Tandoor-baked bread |
| 38D | A fan of |
| 40D | Some improvised ball fields |
| 41D | Big name in nail polish |
| 42D | Found |
| 43D | Spot for a pile of finished work |
| 45D | One of two in "business suits" |
| 46D | One might be unfastened to feed a baby |
| 47D | Informal agreement |
| 48D | Wild trip? |
| 50D | Snoopy group, for short |
| 51D | Children's TV, informally |
| 54D | Certainly will |
| 55D | Newspaper editor Bradlee |
| 56D | Elizabeth with millions of made-up customers |
| 58D | Divorcée in 1990s New York tabloids |
| 61D | Place for swimming lessons, in brief |
| 62D | On the rocks |
| 63D | Supermodel Delevingne |
| 66D | Prefix with gender |
| 67D | Thanksgiving serving |
We also recommend trying your hand at the NYT Mini Crossword, which is definitely easier (on all days!) as it is a 5×5, compared to the full-sized crossword (which is 15×15, and the Sunday edition is 21×21!). New crosswords are released at 10PM ET on weekdays and 6PM ET on weekends.
The New York Times crossword was first published in The New York Times in 1942 and has been a daily feature ever since. It is known for its high level of difficulty and for its clever, often playful, clues and themes. The puzzles range in size from 15x15 grids on weekdays to larger 21x21 grids on Sundays, with varying levels of difficulty.
The New York Times crossword is created by a team of skilled puzzle constructors and editors, who work to ensure that each puzzle is both entertaining and challenging for solvers. The puzzles are often themed, with clues and answers related to a particular subject or concept, and they frequently feature wordplay and puns.
Solving the New York Times crossword has become a beloved pastime for many, and there are even competitions and clubs devoted to crossword puzzle solving. The New York Times crossword is available in print in the newspaper and online, and it has a dedicated following of loyal solvers who eagerly await each day's puzzle.
If you’re still struggling to solve your NYT crosswords, consider practicing with the Eugene Sheffer and Thomas Joseph dailies first. If you’re looking for similarly challenging crosswords, we recommend the WSJ Crossword and LA Times Crossword.
