198 crossword clues, each with the answer plus links to play the puzzles they appear in.
“Capacity for doing work”
ENERGY (6)
“Charged particle”
ION (3)
“Cut short, but still cheat.”
CHISEL (6)
“Colorful neck ropes that show off your extracurricular bragging rights”
CORDS (5)
“Classic model from the 60s, often misspelled”
MUIRA (5)
“Comedy legends Groucho, Harpo, and Chico.”
MARX (4)
“Corded targets that get snipped down by the champions.”
NETS (4)
“City that challenges runners with a series of four grueling hills.”
NEWTON (6)
“Canadian host city gearing up for the 2026 global tournament”
TORONTO (7)
“Canadian city whose Royals farm team he played for before the big leagues.”
MONTREAL (8)
“Crucial plot detail you definitely want to avoid reading on social media.”
SPOILER (7)
“Costly summer production that fails to recoup its massive marketing expenses.”
FLOP (4)
“Central part of an atom or cell”
NUCLEUS (7)
“Component that opposes current flow”
RESISTOR (8)
“Convert information into a code to prevent unauthorized access”
ENCRYPT (7)
“Common building block”
BRICK (5)
“Crunchy root veggie left out as a snack for the delivery rabbit”
CARROT (6)
“Child prodigy who composed The Magic Flute”
MOZART (6)
“Confirm the truth or accuracy of something”
VERIFY (6)
“Central connection point”
HUB (3)
“Coveted seat of power in Westeros”
IRONTHRONE (10)
“Classic ending trope leaving viewers hanging from metaphorical ledges [1.3.6].”
CLIFFHANGER (11)
“Cocoa-based flavor popular in both batter and icing”
CHOCOLATE (9)
“Castilian tongue”
SPANISH (7)
“Classic burnt sugar confection frequently paired with savory notes in upscale bakeries.”
CARAMEL (7)
“Capital city that hosts a massive multi-day festival every March”
DUBLIN (6)
“Caramelized sugar crust, perhaps featured on elevated French toast.”
BRULEE (6)
“Crispy pork strips that make a salty, smoky accompaniment.”
BACON (5)
“Connected to the internet”
ONLINE (6)
“Crucial movement technique mastered by specialists on this slippery surface.”
SLIDE (5)
“Competitive event on the track”
RACE (4)
“Cup-shaped bloom famously cultivated in the Netherlands.”
TULIP (5)
“Carrie of "The Gilded Age" who scored a 2026 Best Actress nod for "Bug"”
COON (4)
“Category of high-performance vehicle”
SUPERCAR (8)
“Common weapon in Westeros”
SWORD (5)
“Command for superuser privileges”
SUDO (4)
“Current CEO leading the company's golden anniversary celebrations”
COOK (4)
“Canine biter found on a blazer”
HOUNDSTOOTH (11)
“Crisp, pale drink originating from a notable Czech city.”
PILSNER (7)
“Collect opinions or data from a group”
SURVEY (6)
“Charm City setting for a massive May racing event.”
BALTIMORE (9)
“Cardigan or Stetson for example”
EPONYM (6)
“Creamy dessert made with milk and eggs”
CUSTARD (7)
“Canvas shelter pitched under the stars”
TENT (4)
“Corned protein that became an Irish-American staple in the 19th century”
BEEF (4)
“Caramel-coated popcorn famously bought with peanuts”
CRACKERJACK (11)
“Containerization platform”
DOCKER (6)
“Cozy state of physical ease highly prized by earth signs”
COMFORT (7)
“Chesapeake Bay Retriever who fetched a 2026 group win”
COTA (4)
“Collecting the rock after a missed attempt”
REBOUND (7)
“Category of works, a 'gene' that's re-formed.”
GENRE (5)
“College official who leads the faculty procession”
DEAN (4)
“Competitor in a sporting event”
ATHLETE (7)
“College town known for its deafening Scream Tunnel near the halfway mark.”
WELLESLEY (9)
“Chinese AI company recently accused by OpenAI of unfair practices.”
DEEPSEEK (8)
“Capital city of the Seven Kingdoms”
KINGSLANDING (12)
“Ceti's partner word, naming the uninfected star system.”
TAU (3)
“Common Unix shell”
BASH (4)
“Chemical connection”
BOND (4)
“Class member experiencing their final days of undergrad”
SENIOR (6)
“Coastal indentation, often smaller than a gulf.”
BAY (3)
“Central focus of the 2026 exhibition, explored through Naked and Anatomical chapters.”
BODY (4)
“Color of nature and the aura of the second sign”
GREEN (5)
“Chevrolet model serving as the 2026 pace car.”
CORVETTE (8)
“Category, a green 're' arrangement.”
GENRE (5)
“Casual shorthand for the 68-team championship event”
TOURNEY (7)
“Competitor striving for gold”
ATHLETE (7)
“City where her arena tour plays the day after her 2026 birthday”
BOSTON (6)
“Core software that runs a browser”
ENGINE (6)
“Creative expression, like painting or sculpture”
ART (3)
“Calling out a bluff on a questionable spelling”
CHALLENGE (9)
“Cinnamon-sugar dusted Spanish stick”
CHURRO (6)
“Citrus squeeze essential to a proper street corn or drink.”
LIME (4)
“Company that released the sixty four bit console in ninety six”
NINTENDO (8)
“Crustacean that's 'able' to 'earn' its spot on a ship.”
BARNACLE (8)
“Colorful descriptor for an event that isn't actually tinted.”
BLUE (4)
“Canadian city whose squad fell to the Eastern champs in five games”
MONTREAL (8)
“Climbing plant cones that provide the necessary bitterness to balance a brew.”
HOPS (4)
“Coveted medallion awarded annually for excellence in stage performance”
TONY (4)
“Classic car sporting "HM 20" plates in the anniversary teaser.”
MUSTANG (7)
“Competition locations”
VENUES (6)
“Complete set of an organism's DNA”
GENOME (6)
“Connects to the internet”
MODEM (5)
“Creator of musical works.”
COMPOSER (8)
“City that stages the Games”
HOST (4)
“Colorful jimmies scattered over a frosted ring”
SPRINKLES (9)
“Cast-iron vessel holding a mythical stash of wealth”
POT (3)
“Country known for ancient philosophers”
GREECE (6)
“Cut down on the sauce, due to action.”
REDUCTION (9)
“Crest hit, oddly, for extension.”
STRETCH (7)
“Concluding section, PURE LOGIE for a finish.”
EPILOGUE (8)
“California city hosting the tech giant's headquarters.”
CUPERTINO (9)
“Colorful, translucent 1998 all-in-one computer that helped save the company from bankruptcy”
IMAC (4)
“City chosen to stage the games”
HOST (4)
“Classical Greek philosopher who taught Plato”
SOCRATES (8)
“Conversation between characters in a story”
DIALOGUE (8)
“Controls devices from a distance”
REMOTE (6)
“Complex, chocolate-infused sauce hailing from the victorious state.”
MOLE (4)
“Component for changing speeds”
GEARBOX (7)
“Chewy, colorful candy often found nestled in faux grass”
JELLYBEAN (9)
“Chilly section of the grocery store where pints reside”
FREEZER (7)
“Collection of hives where the buzz happens”
APIARY (6)
“Collective term for the Japanese syllabic scripts Hiragana and Katakana”
KANA (4)
“Current voice actor Tony who learned from the original.”
ANSELMO (7)
“Collection of related web pages”
WEBSITE (7)
“Cloak for a fireplace shelf”
MANTLE (6)
“Car seller, 'leader' with a twist.”
DEALER (6)
“Commemorative addition to MLB caps worn during the celebration.”
PATCH (5)
“Cobbler of Irish folklore who might grant three wishes if you catch him.”
LEPRECHAUN (10)
“Classic roadside accommodation for a quick overnight stay.”
MOTEL (5)
“Cutter of cloth, could be a tail or.”
TAILOR (6)
“Classic ceramic gift often declaring someone the world's best”
MUG (3)
“Critical signal prompting an actor to speak or move”
CUE (3)
“Component that might blister or degrade over a stint.”
TIRE (4)
“Character who transitioned from detective to Assistant District Attorney”
CARISI (6)
“Clapping by the audience”
APPLAUSE (8)
“Creates a film, perhaps; 'poor' 'due' 'cr' could be a start.”
PRODUCER (8)
“Crumbly British baked good traditionally served with clotted cream.”
SCONE (5)
“Competitive search mission for hidden treasures”
HUNT (4)
“Curious, friendly hound known for its excellent nose and distinctive baying.”
BEAGLE (6)
“Colorful candy bits scattered on top of a dessert”
SPRINKLES (9)
“Creative visionary behind the lens vying for top honors”
DIRECTOR (8)
“Cosmic princess widely rumored to appear if the heroes venture into outer space.”
ROSALINA (8)
“Crispy, smoky strips that provide a savory crunch.”
BACON (5)
“Cut into thin strips, like a girl's name, curiously”
JULIENNE (8)
“Coin flip to decide who bats first”
TOSS (4)
“Complex 39A served as this starting point.”
PAD (3)
“Courtney, with a new record 'Creature Of Habit' released March 2026.”
BARNETT (7)
“Collection of maps, or a large protein”
ATLAS (5)
“Curved path of a celestial body”
ORBIT (5)
“Creator of the "Star Wars" universe”
LUCAS (5)
“Choreographed positioning and movement of actors on stage”
BLOCKING (8)
“Combined runs scored by two batters while at the crease together”
PARTNERSHIP (11)
“Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated 2026 epic starring Matt Damon [1.1.5]”
ODYSSEY (7)
“Core activity at OpenAI, leading to new breakthroughs.”
RESEARCH (8)
“Casual leg wear”
SHORTS (6)
“Carter who made huge saves between the pipes during Game 1”
HART (4)
“Competition segment where water glasses are played”
TALENT (6)
“Costume play, acting out a role.”
COSPLAY (7)
“Connection point for peripherals”
PORT (4)
“Cave jewelry formed drop by drop”
SPELEOTHEM (10)
“Cross purposes that led to centuries of holy conflict”
CRUSADES (8)
“Cultural legacy preserved by national sites”
HERITAGE (8)
“Clip 'es, a shadowed event (anag)”
ECLIPSE (7)
“Creative works such as painting, sculpture, and music”
ART (3)
“Captures moments, an early mirror image.”
CAMERA (6)
“Chakra or body part traditionally ruled by the bull”
THROAT (6)
“Champion of civil rights and sports idol.”
HERO (4)
“Cosmonaut whose historic journey happened exactly 20 years before STS-1.”
GAGARIN (7)
“Cilantro, in another name”
CORIANDER (9)
“Capacity to do work”
ENERGY (6)
“Cold War musical getting a 2026 revival.”
CHESS (5)
“Cover dry, then get back in shape.”
RECOVERY (8)
“Cause dough to rise, or lighten a mood”
LEAVEN (6)
“Compact pup that held the number one most popular dog spot in the US for 2025 and 2026 [1.1].”
FRENCHIE (8)
“Cook quickly in hot oil”
FRY (3)
“Command instructing a dog to lie with all four feet under them.”
DOWN (4)
“Cardboard discs used in a popular playground betting game”
POGS (4)
“City that comes alive on the first weekend of the fifth month.”
LOUISVILLE (10)
“Creator Carl who established Duckburg.”
BARKS (5)
“Close approach, 'peer I eg' around (anag)”
PERIGEE (7)
“Catchy moniker for San Antonio's towering young superstar.”
WEMBY (5)
“Classic Ferrari model, 'red head'”
TESTAROSSA (10)
“City-covered planet that served as the capital of the Republic.”
CORUSCANT (9)
“Cairn Terrier who pulled back the curtain on a supposed wizard.”
TOTO (4)
“Canoeist's oar”
PADDLE (6)
“Classic glazed centerpiece often studded with cloves”
HAM (3)
“Chris who founded a massive pop group and rocked unforgettable 2000s dreadlocks.”
KIRKPATRICK (11)
“Central strip of the field”
PITCH (5)
“Curved piece of glass used to focus light”
LENS (4)
“Caribbean venue that hosted the thrilling 2024 final”
BARBADOS (8)
“Concentrated caffeine kick to start the festivities.”
ESPRESSO (8)
“Color signaling the start of the 33-car stampede.”
GREEN (5)
“Colorful arc that supposedly points the way to a hidden fortune”
RAINBOW (7)
“Cleveland team that eliminated Detroit in Game 7 to advance in the 2026 playoffs.”
CAVALIERS (9)
“Colorful jackets worn by riders to represent the horse's owner.”
SILKS (5)
“Canine known for howling”
WOLF (4)
“Cameron ___, the star player leading the Blue Devils in 2026”
BOOZER (6)
“Colorado squad that fell in four straight games in the Western Final”
AVALANCHE (9)
“Canadian host city featuring historic matches at BMO Field.”
TORONTO (7)
“City scheduled to host the 2026 World Cup final”
AHMEDABAD (9)
“Colored squares that offer extra value are known as these”
PREMIUM (7)
“Cooler age, perhaps, for a slow-moving ice mass.”
GLACIER (7)
“Crucial moment in a Ferrari race”
PITSTOP (7)
“Culminating research project for many a master's candidate”
THESIS (6)
“Combining power of an element”
VALENCE (7)
“'Can I have the language of ___?' (A common question asked at the microphone).”
ORIGIN (6)
“Clear liquid for drinking”
WATER (5)
“Computer providing services to other computers”
HOST (4)
“Clever dwarf, often underestimated”
TYRION (6)
“Common fruit tree found in orchards”
APPLE (5)
“Central stone at the apex of an arch”
KEYSTONE (8)
“Change in position over time”
MOTION (6)
“Cornerstone of a building”
QUOIN (5)
“Continuous tracks used for mobility on uneven ground”
TREADS (6)
“Community of living organisms and their environment”
ECOSYSTEM (9)
“Customizable visual style for the browser”
THEME (5)
“Creature with feathers and wings”
BIRD (4)
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