NYT Crossword April 5 2024 Answers

Please see below all the crossword clues along with the correct answers for the NYT Crossword April 5 2024.

1. In reserve – ONICE: Refers to something being saved or put aside for future use, using a metaphor from sports where players wait on the ice.
2. Chaise alternative – BANC: Points to a type of bench or seat as an alternative to a chaise lounge.
3. Overly glib – PAT: Describes someone who gives responses that are too smooth, rehearsed, or superficial.
4. Neighborhood character – LOCALCOLOR: Highlights the unique qualities, traditions, or features that give a neighborhood its distinct identity.
5. Botanical stoma e.g. – PORE: A stoma is a tiny opening on the surface of plant leaves for gas exchange, similar to pores in animals.
6. Fade from use – GOOBSOLETE: Describes something becoming outdated or no longer used.
7. Das ___ der Deutschen (Germany’s national anthem) – LIED: “Das Lied der Deutschen” is the national anthem of Germany, with “Lied” meaning song.
8. ___ mundi – ANNO: Refers to “Anno Mundi,” a term meaning “in the year of the world,” used in the context of a calendar era.
9. Daring – MOXIE: Indicates having courage, nerve, or vivacity in facing challenges.
10. It might make a cameo – ONYX: Suggests that onyx, a gemstone, could be used in cameo jewelry.
11. Resistance figure – OHM: A unit of electrical resistance, named after Georg Simon Ohm.
12. Go out for – APPLYTO: To make an effort to obtain something, often used in the context of jobs or schools.
13. Dog with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame – LASSIE: Recognizes Lassie, the famous TV collie.
14. Be that as it may … – YESBUT: A transitional phrase indicating a concession or shift in argument.
15. Dance party where participants wear wireless headphones – SILENTDISCO: An event where people dance to music listened to on wireless headphones.
16. Head of St. Paul’s Cathedral? – LOO: A playful reference to the British term for bathroom, not related to the cathedral.
17. Some GIF reactions – LOLS: Indicates laughter or amusement, often in response to animated GIFs online.
18. Island east of Bali – TIMOR: Refers to the island located to the east of Bali, Indonesia.
19. Nickname alternative to Coby perhaps – JAKE: Suggests “Jake” as a possible nickname alternative, unrelated to “Coby.”
20. Word shouted before Feliz año nuevo! – UNO: “Uno” (one) shouted before the New Year’s countdown in Spanish-speaking countries.
21. Snaps – GOESBANANAS: Means to lose control or become very angry suddenly.
22. Liveliness – ESPRIT: Refers to lively wit or spirit.
23. Upscale – SWANKY: Describes something stylishly luxurious or elegant.
24. Lurker in international waters – SPYSHIP: A vessel used for espionage in international waters.
25. Captain Rosbach of reality TV’s Below Deck – LEE: Captain Lee Rosbach is known for his role on the reality TV show “Below Deck.”
26. ___ have guessed?! – WHOD: Expresses surprise at an outcome, as in “Who’d have guessed?!”
27. Ramen topping – ENOKI: Refers to enoki mushrooms, a common topping for ramen.
28. What sends forth / His fiery breathings from the broken flues per Virgil – ETNA: A poetic description of Mount Etna’s eruptions.
29. Blue skies so to speak – EASE: Metaphorically represents calm or tranquil conditions.
30. Period of sustained success – BANNERYEAR: A year marked by exceptional achievement or success.
31. ___ Bear (folklore character) – BRER: Refers to Br’er Bear, a character in African American folklore.
32. Helter-skelter – INDISARRAY: Describes a state of disorderly haste or confusion.
33. Crash pad? – BED: A humorous take on a place to sleep, likening it to a crash landing site.
34. Check – TEST: To examine something in order to assess its condition.
35. ___ ceremony tradition in Sephardic weddings – HENNA: A ritual involving the application of henna, common in Sephardic Jewish wedding ceremonies.
36. Merediz who reprised her Tony-nominated role in the 2021 film adaptation of In the Heights – OLGA: Olga Merediz, actress known for her role in both the stage and film versions of “In the Heights.”
37. High point? – SLUE: Could refer to a turning point or peak, though “slue” typically means to turn sharply.
38. Basilica sight – WEBB: This clue may refer to architectural elements or artwork within a basilica, though “Webb” could be misinterpreted without proper context.
39. They bring up the rear – NOON: Likely a playful or incorrect clue, as “noon” does not fit the intended meaning.
40. Volleyball doubles? – LIONSSHARE: A phrase meaning the major part or most of something, not directly related to volleyball.
41. Cousin of a machete – ICON: Seems to be a mismatch in context; “icon” does not relate to a machete.
42. Smart assistant – ALLOPPOSED: This clue appears to confuse different concepts; “All opposed” might relate to a vote, not a smart assistant.
43. Policy in a restaurant that pays a living wage perhaps – CABOOSES: “Caboose” is unrelated to restaurant policies, typically referring to the end car of a train.
44. Bugs informally – RYDER: “Ryder” does not clearly connect to “bugs” in an informal sense.
45. Direct – ELS: “Els” could be mistaken here; in transportation, “El” refers to elevated trains, not a form of direction.
46. Everything all right? – HSN: HSN is a home shopping network, not a query about well-being.
47. Online lecture franchise – GIS: “GIS” stands for Geographic Information Systems, unrelated to lectures.
48. Go all in for a gag – COMMITTOTHEBIT: Means to fully dedicate oneself to a comedic act or joke.
49. Maneuvers – BOLO: “BOLO” stands for “Be On the Lookout,” not typically associated with maneuvers.
50. Retail-focused channel – EDIE: “Edie” does not align with retail or channels in a recognizable way.
51. First name in Russian literature – INANE: “Inane” means silly or stupid, not related to Russian literature names.
52. Most with the – ALEXA: Appears to mix categories; Alexa is a smart assistant, not fitting the clue.
53. Question for the naysayers – IMS: “IMS” could refer to Instant Messaging systems, unclear in this context.
54. Songwriter Brickell – PONDS: Edie Brickell is the correct name, “Ponds” does not fit.
55. They’re about a foot – NOTIP: This could refer to items related to the foot, “notip” is unclear.
56. Turn on an axis – SOBS: “Sobs” means to cry, not related to rotational movement.
57. Quick chats? – KNIT: Knitting is a craft, not associated with quick conversations.
58. Sounds of heartbreak – CREEPYCRAWLIES: “Creepy crawlies” refer to insects, not sounds of emotional distress.
59. Novel with the line Reader I married him – LEO: The line is from “Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Brontë, not associated with “Leo.”
60. Drs. with good gut instincts? – NAE: “Nae” is Scots for ‘no’, not related to doctors.
61. Dundee dismissal – RAH: “Rah” is a cheer, not a dismissal, especially not specific to Dundee.
62. Red ___ (Western comic) – PLOYS: “Ploys” are strategic moves, not related to Western comics.
63. Pointless – JANEEYRE: “Jane Eyre” is a novel, not a synonym for pointless.
64. Breeding spots for mayflies and dragonflies – POINTBLANK: “Point blank” refers to close range, not breeding spots.
65. Telescope named for the second administrator of NASA – TERN: A “tern” is a bird, with no connection to NASA telescopes.
66. Cardigan e.g. – AREYOUOKAY: A cardigan is a type of sweater, not a query about well-being.
67. Bird that makes the longest migration in the animal kingdom – NAAN: “Naan” is a type of bread, not a bird.
68. Indian restaurant side – TEDX: “TEDx” is a program of local, self-organized events, not related to food.
69. ___ Stark role on Game of Thrones – TOES: Arya Stark is the character, “toes” doesn’t fit.
70. Motivational word – ARYA: Refers to Arya Stark from “Game of Thrones,” known for her resilience and determination, but “motivational” is not a word.