700 crossword clues with 6-letter answers, sourced from real Grid Genius puzzles.
“A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated.”
LEGEND (6)
“A large group of states or countries under one ruler”
EMPIRE (6)
“The planet famous for its bright rings”
SATURN (6)
“Capacity for doing work”
ENERGY (6)
“A large round object that circles a star”
PLANET (6)
“What you buy to enter a movie theater”
TICKET (6)
“Front of a building”
FACADE (6)
“Positively charged subatomic particle”
PROTON (6)
“Google's twin, recently spotted in code assist.”
GEMINI (6)
“A solution that resists changes in pH”
BUFFER (6)
“The length and rhythm of a runner's step.”
STRIDE (6)
“Cut short, but still cheat.”
CHISEL (6)
“An extra performance at the end of a show”
ENCORE (6)
“Red walkway where outfits are photographed and judged”
CARPET (6)
“The last name of the technical analyst with colorful style”
GARCIA (6)
“Short, fast run”
SPRINT (6)
“The upperclassman who never seems to notice you”
SENPAI (6)
“The European city where technical talks were meant to resume.”
VIENNA (6)
“The streaming network hosting the 20th anniversary special.”
DISNEY (6)
“Baseball hit for three bases”
TRIPLE (6)
“A popular style of frozen dessert from Italy”
GELATO (6)
“Margin of victory roughly equal to eight feet on the track.”
LENGTH (6)
“Boy's genre, when hens go 'on' and 'shoo' for short.”
SHONEN (6)
“Individual who gains unauthorized access to systems”
HACKER (6)
“A contrasting section that connects the verse and chorus”
BRIDGE (6)
“A vast dry grassland that sounds like a single stair”
STEPPE (6)
“Object producing a magnetic field”
MAGNET (6)
“Large unit of the Roman army”
LEGION (6)
“Patty often topped with cheese and flipped on the grates”
BURGER (6)
“Visual trickery on a garment”
TROMPE (6)
“City that challenges runners with a series of four grueling hills.”
NEWTON (6)
“To come together; assemble”
GATHER (6)
“Enduring impact on sports and society recognized league-wide.”
LEGACY (6)
“A smooth and creamy seasoned soup of French origin based on crustacean broth”
BISQUE (6)
“Pop star who brought 'SWAG' and surprise guests to his Saturday slot.”
JUSTIN (6)
“Historic San Francisco neighborhood known as a hub of LGBTQ+ culture”
CASTRO (6)
“A Texas city where it was all a dream”
DALLAS (6)
“A revived ancient tongue now spoken in the Middle East”
HEBREW (6)
“The winged messenger who guides souls to the afterlife”
HERMES (6)
“Group of competing teams”
LEAGUE (6)
“A large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth”
FOREST (6)
“Sam, director of 'American Beauty' and '1917'”
MENDES (6)
“Pedro who portrays the man behind the beskar helmet.”
PASCAL (6)
“Another world genre, where 'I' seek 'ai'.”
ISEKAI (6)
“The scary genre that includes 2026 summer releases like The End of Oak Street”
HORROR (6)
“What the real world expects you to start on Monday”
CAREER (6)
“A composition for an instrumental soloist, often with piano accompaniment, typically in several movements.”
SONATA (6)
“Crunchy root veggie left out as a snack for the delivery rabbit”
CARROT (6)
“Flat-faced club essential for navigating the lightning-fast, undulating surfaces.”
PUTTER (6)
“The priestess of Delphi who spoke cryptic prophecies”
ORACLE (6)
“Gentle wind”
BREEZE (6)
“Child prodigy who composed The Magic Flute”
MOZART (6)
“Confirm the truth or accuracy of something”
VERIFY (6)
“Killer with breakfast food, or a continuous narrative.”
SERIAL (6)
“Small, shiny embellishment designed to catch the paparazzi's camera flashes.”
SEQUIN (6)
“Equipment used to hit the ball”
RACKET (6)
“A priest or priestess acting as a medium for prophecy”
ORACLE (6)
“A piece of ground used for growing flowers, fruit, or vegetables.”
GARDEN (6)
“Any of the eight small bones that make up the wrist”
CARPAL (6)
“Sweet floral reward that gets turned into gold”
NECTAR (6)
“A composite particle made of quarks held together by the strong force”
HADRON (6)
“Folded egg creation customized with various fillings.”
OMELET (6)
“Season of renewal marked by blooming flora”
SPRING (6)
“Aesthetic plan, 'signs' rearranged.”
DESIGN (6)
“Person who gives wise advice”
ORACLE (6)
“Advanced analytics database that historically predicts the champion based on efficiency.”
KENPOM (6)
“It uses the logical and scientific Hangul writing system”
KOREAN (6)
“Professional reviewer whose published opinion can make or break a film”
CRITIC (6)
“Knowledgeable volunteer who talks the talk and walks the walk”
DOCENT (6)
“A 'so' mix for a decorative pattern.”
MOSAIC (6)
“Pain, L-I-N-E, describes mountainous regions.”
ALPINE (6)
“The last name of the author who wrote Little Women”
ALCOTT (6)
“Second place metal”
SILVER (6)
“Bieber, the Saturday night draw for 2026 attendees”
JUSTIN (6)
“Iconic Manhattan arena hosting the Eastern champs”
GARDEN (6)
“Capital city that hosts a massive multi-day festival every March”
DUBLIN (6)
“What a table tennis player holds”
PADDLE (6)
“A separate line of development in version control”
BRANCH (6)
“To withdraw from a race due to mechanical failure”
RETIRE (6)
“The Pro spatial computing headset introduced as a major new product category”
VISION (6)
“The great outdoors”
NATURE (6)
“Caramelized sugar crust, perhaps featured on elevated French toast.”
BRULEE (6)
“Particle with a positive charge”
PROTON (6)
“Silent but highly intelligent claymation beagle who loves knitting.”
GROMIT (6)
“Fibrous tissue that connects a muscle to a bone”
TENDON (6)
“Kratos' wife, who takes the spotlight in the new God of War prequel announcement.”
LAUFEY (6)
“Me, Z, yen, for a biological catalyst.”
ENZYME (6)
“A horizontal support across the top of a door or window”
LINTEL (6)
“Half of the famous duo behind a global frozen empire”
JERRYS (6)
“Connected to the internet”
ONLINE (6)
“Played in a smooth, flowing manner without breaks between notes”
LEGATO (6)
“Pattern of beats”
RHYTHM (6)
“The Volturi member who can see emotional bonds between people”
MARCUS (6)
“The planet known for its prominent rings”
SATURN (6)
“The universe as an orderly system”
COSMOS (6)
“Invisible force that turns a blooming tree into a flurry of falling color.”
BREEZE (6)
“Nerve cell transmitting signals”
NEURON (6)
“A discrete packet of electromagnetic radiation or light”
PHOTON (6)
“The last name of the shipwrecked Robinson in Daniel Defoe's novel”
CRUSOE (6)
“The day of the week when this particular cheesy celebration always falls.”
FRIDAY (6)
“Extensive treeless plains in South America”
PAMPAS (6)
“Red Hat-sponsored community distribution”
FEDORA (6)
“Day of the week this annual extravaganza occurs”
MONDAY (6)
“To look through a location for hidden items”
SEARCH (6)
“A picture made from small colored pieces of glass or tile”
MOSAIC (6)
“Bradley who directed and co-starred with her in A Star Is Born”
COOPER (6)
“A parameter in a neural network”
WEIGHT (6)
“A large unit of the Roman army”
LEGION (6)
“A desert plant with spines and no leaves.”
CACTUS (6)
“A cloud of gas and dust in outer space”
NEBULA (6)
“Writer of books and novels”
AUTHOR (6)
“Protective gear for the head”
HELMET (6)
“A small file that can be used to track web sessions”
COOKIE (6)
“A distinctive mode of pronunciation typical of a particular locality”
ACCENT (6)
“The long landing strip required for the returning spacecraft.”
RUNWAY (6)
“Arid land with sparse vegetation”
DESERT (6)
“A self-portrait photo”
SELFIE (6)
“The Spanish word for a party or festival”
FIESTA (6)
“Military clash at the center of the holiday's origin.”
BATTLE (6)
“Protected from unauthorized access”
SECURE (6)
“The military shadow that stood behind the sun of Japan”
SHOGUN (6)
“Nordic powerhouse tied with Ireland for the most victories”
SWEDEN (6)
“The small window you look through to aim”
VIEWER (6)
“A serpent-haired woman whose gaze turns men to stone”
MEDUSA (6)
“The place where the agents do their paperwork”
OFFICE (6)
“The cage that protects the vital rhythm”
THORAX (6)
“Collect opinions or data from a group”
SURVEY (6)
“The horn that sounds at the end of the game, sometimes beaten by a dramatic shot.”
BUZZER (6)
“Former students proudly wearing their alma mater's colors.”
ALUMNI (6)
“Cardigan or Stetson for example”
EPONYM (6)
“Susan Sarandon's outlaw character who drove a Thunderbird off a cliff with her bestie.”
LOUISE (6)
“A statement of intent to cause harm or pain”
THREAT (6)
“John, the executive rumored to take the CEO reins next.”
TERNUS (6)
“One who ranges, perhaps, or a guardian of the wild.”
RANGER (6)
“Insulated trunk companion for keeping your travel drinks cold.”
COOLER (6)
“A tall woody grass that is the primary food for pandas”
BAMBOO (6)
“The Spanish word for a party or religious festival”
FIESTA (6)
“A sequence of events, or a captivating show.”
SERIES (6)
“To protect against threats”
SECURE (6)
“Containerization platform”
DOCKER (6)
“The Last of Us actor Pedro, fancast by Jack Black as a new antagonist.”
PASCAL (6)
“An interval of eight notes”
OCTAVE (6)
“Money demanded by cybercriminals to restore access”
RANSOM (6)
“To allow light to reach the camera's sensor or film”
EXPOSE (6)
“Edgar, known for 'Shaun of the Dead' and 'Baby Driver'”
WRIGHT (6)
“Sci-fi legend Sigourney, who joined the 2026 cast”
WEAVER (6)
“A statement of an intention to inflict pain or injury”
THREAT (6)
“A follow-up entry, like the recently announced Until Dawn 2.”
SEQUEL (6)
“A helpful dime dropped right before a bucket.”
ASSIST (6)
“Medical professional who treats illnesses.”
DOCTOR (6)
“Seat of power in Westeros”
THRONE (6)
“A restart kick taken from the intersection of the touchline and goal line”
CORNER (6)
“Vital head protection for every driver”
HELMET (6)
“Last runner in a relay”
ANCHOR (6)
“The satisfyingly crunchy exterior texture of a well-cooked serving.”
CRISPY (6)
“Vertical support pillar”
COLUMN (6)
“A powerful software component”
ENGINE (6)
“Northern wind that sounds quite dull”
BOREAN (6)
“A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical”
LEGEND (6)
“Oscar-winning composer Göransson returning for the movie”
LUDWIG (6)
“The upper part of a womans dress”
BODICE (6)
“One of three twenty-minute segments in a regulation matchup”
PERIOD (6)
“A three-legged stand for a camera”
TRIPOD (6)
“A shot drained from beyond the three-point arc.”
TRIPLE (6)
“A small sample of the truth under the microscope”
BIOPSY (6)
“To break free from confinement or control”
ESCAPE (6)
“Three vertical posts in the wicket”
STUMPS (6)
“Rare and unusual, 'toxic' in an unusual way.”
EXOTIC (6)
“Touring technician who hauls and tunes the gear.”
ROADIE (6)
“The warm, continuous sound format heavily favored by traditional audiophiles.”
ANALOG (6)
“A city where the education was a real battle”
SPARTA (6)
“Descartes' famous first word of his foundational premise”
COGITO (6)
“There are seven of these in the modern NFL selection process.”
ROUNDS (6)
“An arrangement of flowers or leaves in a circle”
WREATH (6)
“Class member experiencing their final days of undergrad”
SENIOR (6)
“The global organization that originally established World Book Day.”
UNESCO (6)
“Sorceress obsessed with a specific dime.”
MAGICA (6)
“Ancient cultural and linguistic roots shared by the Irish, Scottish, and Welsh.”
CELTIC (6)
“A tight squeeze for twenty percent of global crude flows.”
HORMUZ (6)
“A tier in, for the eye's light-sensitive layer.”
RETINA (6)
“The crucial pass that directly sets up a teammate's goal”
ASSIST (6)
“The 53-man squad every drafted player hopes to make.”
ROSTER (6)
“Fancy, traditional headwear showcased in festive processions”
BONNET (6)
“Rodent known for building dams”
BEAVER (6)
“Sword cover, or a close-fitting dress”
SHEATH (6)
“OpenAI's CEO, Sam ______.”
ALTMAN (6)
“A serious crime usually involving violence”
FELONY (6)
“The scrolling symbols showing current stock prices”
TICKER (6)
“Object that produces a magnetic field”
MAGNET (6)
“Number system with two digits, 0 and 1”
BINARY (6)
“Open-air stage dedicated to extended electronic music sets.”
QUASAR (6)
“Madison Square Garden residents chasing a long-awaited title.”
KNICKS (6)
“Opening ceremony procession”
PARADE (6)
“The seventh planet from the Sun”
URANUS (6)
“Music industry award she has won over a dozen times”
GRAMMY (6)
“A composition for an instrumental soloist, often with piano accompaniment”
SONATA (6)
“First-year player”
ROOKIE (6)
“Literary work in which special intensity is given to the expression of feelings and ideas by the use of distinctive style and rhythm.”
POETRY (6)
“Peanuts character who often imagines himself as a World War I Flying Ace.”
SNOOPY (6)
“The ancient civilization known for the first Olympics”
GREECE (6)
“Tusked mammal, 'raw sul' could describe its state.”
WALRUS (6)
“The pharmaceutical sales rep who rents Jesses room for a while”
REAGAN (6)
“Seesaw-like obstacle on the course”
TEETER (6)
“A professional who represents clients in legal matters”
LAWYER (6)
“A contrasting section that prepares for the return of the original material”
BRIDGE (6)
“The last name of the author who wrote Nineteen Eighty-Four”
ORWELL (6)
“Aviation pioneer whose surname graces the venue of the French Open.”
GARROS (6)
“Filmmaker whose distinct personal influence shines through their work”
AUTEUR (6)
“Spiked footwear tearing up the basepaths”
CLEATS (6)
“City where her arena tour plays the day after her 2026 birthday”
BOSTON (6)
“Third place metal”
BRONZE (6)
“Protective hand gear worn by the batter and keeper”
GLOVES (6)
“Core software that runs a browser”
ENGINE (6)
“The broader organization the detectives represent”
POLICE (6)
“Founder of a prominent educational foundation and widow of a sports legend.”
RACHEL (6)
“Task force director who wields unchecked global authority.”
STRATT (6)
“Cinnamon-sugar dusted Spanish stick”
CHURRO (6)
“Something sworn not to be told to the parents.”
SECRET (6)
“A unit of 'dos' out for the artist's space.”
STUDIO (6)
“Birthplace of democracy”
GREECE (6)
“A waterproof jacket or a boring person”
ANORAK (6)
“Super-powered canine companion with a red collar”
KRYPTO (6)
“Short, fast race”
SPRINT (6)
“Device that detects physical input”
SENSOR (6)
“The stressful, imaginary sphere surrounding teams nervously awaiting an at-large bid.”
BUBBLE (6)
“Graphite instrument that constantly needs sharpening”
PENCIL (6)
“Emerge from a long winter's slumber.”
AWAKEN (6)
“A limb growing out from a tree trunk”
BRANCH (6)
“A wooden paddle serving up several small tasting glasses for the indecisive.”
FLIGHT (6)
“One who catches, or a 'fresh' start to a sea tale.”
FISHER (6)
“Poor child's sea globe.”
URCHIN (6)
“A best-of-seven showdown between two playoff contenders.”
SERIES (6)
“The winged-sandaled messenger of the gods”
HERMES (6)
“Harmful code disguised as a legitimate program”
TROJAN (6)
“A short promotional clip hinting at next year's drama.”
TEASER (6)
“Mythical beast ridden by Targaryens”
DRAGON (6)
“The bustling business side of the event where distribution deals are struck”
MARCHE (6)
“Ribbon-tied stand-in for the actual sheepskin”
SCROLL (6)
“A set piece taken from the flag after a defender knocks it out of bounds.”
CORNER (6)
“A short, flared ruffle attached at the waistline of a jacket or bodice.”
PEPLUM (6)
“Ohio city that traditionally hosts the "First Four" games.”
DAYTON (6)
“A grand depression that is anything but sad”
CANYON (6)
“An instance of a class”
OBJECT (6)
“Make smaller, or thicken a sauce”
REDUCE (6)
“Number system consisting only of zeros and ones”
BINARY (6)
“Beast Incarnate facing a monumental physical test.”
LESNAR (6)
“Headgear that strictly stays on in public”
HELMET (6)
“Northern co-host nation for the expanded 2026 tournament”
CANADA (6)
“To seize someone by legal authority and take into custody”
ARREST (6)
“Utah features that support nothing but the sky”
ARCHES (6)
“The first name of the vampire who falls in love with Bella”
EDWARD (6)
“Scoring guide that keeps expectations crystal clear”
RUBRIC (6)
“A limb of a tree extending from the trunk.”
BRANCH (6)
“Digits needed to connect”
NUMBER (6)
“The reason for doing something or committing a crime”
MOTIVE (6)
“Web site serving as an entry point”
PORTAL (6)
“Dangling decorative threads commonly seen on festival jackets and boots”
FRINGE (6)
“These might be highest for a straight-A student”
HONORS (6)
“Buried treasure from a Korean cellar”
KIMCHI (6)
“The perpetually gloomy, crime-ridden city defended by our hero.”
GOTHAM (6)
“Offensive foul against a defender”
CHARGE (6)
“International sensation challenging for the Women's World title.”
VAQUER (6)
“A set of related TV shows or movies”
SERIES (6)
“Generous pieces of candy or baked goods famously mixed into the base”
CHUNKS (6)
“Competition locations”
VENUES (6)
“Abundance of valuable possessions governed by the house of values”
WEALTH (6)
“A photo taken of yourself”
SELFIE (6)
“A rare four-leafed mutation of this plant is considered highly fortunate”
CLOVER (6)
“Goddess born fully armed from her fathers head”
ATHENA (6)
“Soft color palette dominating spring decorations”
PASTEL (6)
“Complete set of an organism's DNA”
GENOME (6)
“Small data file stored by websites”
COOKIE (6)
“The live digital broadcast watched by millions of eager gamers.”
STREAM (6)
“Acclaimed actress Sandra, joining the cast of the 2026 adaptation.”
HULLER (6)
“A dissociative state where the shadow takes control”
TRANCE (6)
“Subatomic particle such as a proton or a neutron”
BARYON (6)
“Patriotic song performed just before the first pitch”
ANTHEM (6)
“Tall woody grass eaten by pandas”
BAMBOO (6)
“Mounted medieval warrior”
KNIGHT (6)
“The humble keeper of the hearth fire”
HESTIA (6)
“The outer and thinner of the two bones in the lower leg”
FIBULA (6)
“The branch of knowledge that deals with moral principles”
ETHICS (6)
“A three-dimensional work of art carved from stone or wood”
STATUE (6)
“Element vital for respiration”
OXYGEN (6)
“The official list of 26 active players ready for the first game”
ROSTER (6)
“The Larry O'Brien prize hoisted by the victors.”
TROPHY (6)
“A stringed musical instrument, the highest-pitched of the violin family”
VIOLIN (6)
“Nationality of the car manufacturer”
GERMAN (6)
“Moon defender, one who works on a boat, or 'Lori's' 'a's.”
SAILOR (6)
“A bracket-____ is an unexpected win that ruins your predictions.”
BUSTER (6)
“A person who writes books”
AUTHOR (6)
“Property of matter causing electric force”
CHARGE (6)
“A vehicle used to travel into outer space”
ROCKET (6)
“A mythical creature often represented by a long puppet in Chinese New Year”
DRAGON (6)
“The main food served during the chaotic Thanksgiving episodes”
TURKEY (6)
“Device necessary to boost a turntable's weak phono signal to line level.”
PREAMP (6)
“Home to the Eyrie”
VALLEY (6)
“Training technique using food to guide a canine into a desired position.”
LURING (6)
“To let light hit the film or sensor”
EXPOSE (6)
“A potential danger that could exploit a vulnerability”
THREAT (6)
“General bakery category encompassing these fried rings”
PASTRY (6)
“Device that detects or measures a physical property”
SENSOR (6)
“Of a medieval land system”
FEUDAL (6)
“A wooden-sounding support for your lower back”
LUMBAR (6)
“New York squad breaking a decades-long drought in the 2026 title round”
KNICKS (6)
“Birthday bird celebrated annually on the ninth of the sixth month [1.1.1].”
DONALD (6)
“A simplified speech used for communication between different groups”
PIDGIN (6)
“Teacher, master, 'I' see 'sense' in wisdom.”
SENSEI (6)
“Best performance ever”
RECORD (6)
“Dense woodland area protected by the NPS”
FOREST (6)
“A movie genre meant to make you laugh”
COMEDY (6)
“Country known for ancient philosophers”
GREECE (6)
“A scary movie designed to frighten viewers”
HORROR (6)
“Official park guide often seen in a flat hat”
RANGER (6)
“Player setting a pick”
SCREEN (6)
“Goddess of wisdom and warfare”
ATHENA (6)
“The Scripps Cup is the prestigious one handed to the winner.”
TROPHY (6)
“Tusked mammal, where 'raw' might 'louse' up a meal.”
WALRUS (6)
“A place where professional photos are often taken”
STUDIO (6)
“Silver State where wrestling legacies are etched in gold this year.”
NEVADA (6)
“Type of network inspired by the biological brain”
NEURAL (6)
“Precarious position for a team awaiting Selection Sunday.”
BUBBLE (6)
“Nautical theme of his everyday outfit.”
SAILOR (6)
“Land mass surrounded by water”
ISLAND (6)
“Display on a smartphone”
SCREEN (6)
“Actress Kidman who co-chaired the 2026 spectacle”
NICOLE (6)
“Air-conditioned tent often hosting punk, Latin, and indie rock”
SONORA (6)
“Eras Tour headliner who considers Gomez one of her oldest industry pals.”
TAYLOR (6)
“A stringed musical instrument of treble pitch, played with a horsehair bow”
VIOLIN (6)
“Two-channel sound reproduction format that largely replaced mono.”
STEREO (6)
“The highest pitched member of the string family”
VIOLIN (6)
“Native tongue spoken in the Gaeltacht regions”
GAELIC (6)
“A play characterized by its humorous or satirical tone and its depiction of amusing incidents.”
COMEDY (6)
“A figure that is completely stone-faced”
STATUE (6)
“Painter or sculptor, like Picasso”
ARTIST (6)
“A quantity having direction as well as magnitude”
VECTOR (6)
“A sequence of matches played between two teams”
SERIES (6)
“Protein that acts as a catalyst for chemical reactions”
ENZYME (6)
“Dog-like predator seen in the latest theatrical adventure”
ANOOBA (6)
“Controls devices from a distance”
REMOTE (6)
“The warm season unofficially kicked off by this long weekend”
SUMMER (6)
“Not easily upset or derailed, like a solid foundation”
STABLE (6)
“The study of moral principles and conduct”
ETHICS (6)
“A massive system of stars and gas clouds”
GALAXY (6)
“It's about the heart, dear, I'm told.”
CARDIO (6)
“Extraterrestrial rock often blamed for the end of the Mesozoic era”
METEOR (6)
“A deep gorge, can you imagine one without water?”
CANYON (6)
“A religious or solemn ceremony performed regularly”
RITUAL (6)
“Unsung heroes of the ensemble who support the leads”
CHORUS (6)
“Heavy base supporting a statue or column”
PLINTH (6)
“Fourth state of matter, often found in stars”
PLASMA (6)
“The Ohio city where the First Four matchups traditionally tip off every year.”
DAYTON (6)
“The French word for a cheese made specifically from goat milk”
CHEVRE (6)
“Microblogging site where user amyricha first posted the iconic spring joke in 2012.”
TUMBLR (6)
“Actor who traded a high-tech iron suit for a green cloak”
DOWNEY (6)
“Hard hat worn while standing in the batter's box”
HELMET (6)
“Physical copies of photos on paper”
PRINTS (6)
“Purple and gold franchise with a storied postseason history.”
LAKERS (6)
“Collection of hives where the buzz happens”
APIARY (6)
“Northern neighbor facing new tariff threats from Trump.”
CANADA (6)
“The strength of a connection between nodes in a neural network”
WEIGHT (6)
“Starting a cinematic series over from scratch, often with a fresh cast.”
REBOOT (6)
“Rendered animal fat making a surprising ancestral return in modern pie crusts.”
TALLOW (6)
“Professional who weighs in before taking the reins.”
JOCKEY (6)
“Cloak for a fireplace shelf”
MANTLE (6)
“Surname of the megalomaniacal CEO portrayed by Nicholas Hoult”
LUTHOR (6)
“A shout to the umpire asking for a player to be out”
APPEAL (6)
“The liquid mixture poured onto the hot plates.”
BATTER (6)
“An imagined place where everything is perfect”
UTOPIA (6)
“The flagship sedan model, without a space”
SCLASS (6)
“Narrow passage, perhaps I start with it”
STRAIT (6)
“Gradually increasing in visible surface area.”
WAXING (6)
“Car seller, 'leader' with a twist.”
DEALER (6)
“An artistic dance form performed to music using precise and highly formalized set steps and gestures”
BALLET (6)
“The high one that dominates the horizon”
DENALI (6)
“You'll be stuck without these five crucial letters”
VOWELS (6)
“Massive electronic music stage named for a sandy expanse.”
SAHARA (6)
“Three stumps with bails on top”
WICKET (6)
“A three legged stand used to hold a camera steady”
TRIPOD (6)
“A 'pin' at, for aged surface.”
PATINA (6)
“The part of a plant that blooms and produces seeds.”
FLOWER (6)
“One who enjoys books and stories.”
READER (6)
“Relating to a network inspired by the brain”
NEURAL (6)
“Lucky mutated plant found in the grass”
CLOVER (6)
“Space devoid of matter.”
VACUUM (6)
“The wide central section of an entablature, often decorated with reliefs”
FRIEZE (6)
“Sharon who set the women's course record in 2025 and returns to defend her title in 2026.”
LOKEDI (6)
“A famous moniker often preceded by Dark.”
KNIGHT (6)
“Foreign word that translates to a fleeting floral phenomenon.”
SAKURA (6)
“Fixes errors, often autonomously now, thanks to digital brains.”
DEBUGS (6)
“A period of learning, or the moral taken away from it”
LESSON (6)
“The vast setting located far, far away”
GALAXY (6)
“Petrified prehistoric proof”
FOSSIL (6)
“A long strip of cloth with a design or message”
BANNER (6)
“An ionized state of matter often found in stars”
PLASMA (6)
“Bright color often worn to support pollinators on May 20”
YELLOW (6)
“Line of talent scheduled to perform this weekend.”
ROSTER (6)
“Cutter of cloth, could be a tail or.”
TAILOR (6)
“A specialized cell designed to transmit nerve impulses”
NEURON (6)
“A person who writes books or articles.”
AUTHOR (6)
“Riddle loving guardian with a human head and lion body”
SPHINX (6)
“A small river, or how you watch content online now.”
STREAM (6)
“A computer program or device that provides functionality for other programs”
SERVER (6)
“Network of compromised computers controlled by a malicious party”
BOTNET (6)
“A 'sum' for me, oddly, in a grand building.”
MUSEUM (6)
“Horse rider”
JOCKEY (6)
“The surface where a movie is projected”
SCREEN (6)
“To cause strong feelings of enthusiasm”
EXCITE (6)
“Start of the game with a jump ball”
TIPOFF (6)
“A military ruler in a feudal Japanese epic”
SHOGUN (6)
“Disturb, or a decorative frill”
RUFFLE (6)
“A two-headed monster on your upper arm”
BICEPS (6)
“Off-spinner's tricky delivery that turns the other way”
DOOSRA (6)
“Branch of philosophy dealing with moral principles”
ETHICS (6)
“Italian powerhouse entering the 2026 event as a top favorite on a massive win streak.”
SINNER (6)
“Character who transitioned from detective to Assistant District Attorney”
CARISI (6)
“An indoor room where professional photos are taken”
STUDIO (6)
“A small dome-like structure on top of a larger roof or tower”
CUPOLA (6)
“Type of giant illuminated wheel offering panoramic views of the grounds”
FERRIS (6)
“Zig-zag pole obstacles in the Masters competition”
WEAVES (6)
“The official who makes decisions on the field”
UMPIRE (6)
“A person thought to be able to predict the future”
ORACLE (6)
“Newer stage featuring extended DJ sets and geometric designs”
QUASAR (6)
“To save someone from a dangerous or distressing situation”
RESCUE (6)
“Yellow powder produced by flowers”
POLLEN (6)
“The medical examiner who provides crucial forensic evidence”
WARNER (6)
“Automated sequence of commands”
SCRIPT (6)
“Indigenous language still spoken in parts of the old country”
GAELIC (6)
“A narrow view of the world needing correction”
MYOPIA (6)
“Illegal movement with the ball”
TRAVEL (6)
“Curious, friendly hound known for its excellent nose and distinctive baying.”
BEAGLE (6)
“The type of creature in Nicks novel titled Julius Pepperwood”
ZOMBIE (6)
“Borrowed money used to purchase securities”
MARGIN (6)
“The explosive, high-energy genre that traditionally rules the summer box office”
ACTION (6)
“A gorgon whose gaze could turn men to stone”
MEDUSA (6)
“Sell V. E. S. A tube carrying fluids.”
VESSEL (6)
“The glass surface where images are displayed”
SCREEN (6)
“First name of the pioneering activist P. Johnson”
MARSHA (6)
“NYC hosts its 265th annual one of these massive processions in 2026”
PARADE (6)
“Shadow leader sitting in a leaf-shaded office”
HOKAGE (6)
“High-end quality, rules, eh? No.”
LUXURY (6)
“The ability to retrieve information”
RECALL (6)
“Thick stands of trees where elk hide during the heat of the day”
TIMBER (6)
“The precise, often diamond-tipped component that physically reads the music.”
STYLUS (6)
“Pre-race holding pen where athletes wait for their starting gun.”
CORRAL (6)
“A person who practices or studies law”
LAWYER (6)
“The shorter of the two bones in the human forearm”
RADIUS (6)
“Texas host city preparing its venues for the 2026 games”
DALLAS (6)
“Positively charged particle in an atom's nucleus”
PROTON (6)
“Month hosting the 2026 National Park Week festivities”
AUGUST (6)
“A playoff matchup that can stretch up to seven games.”
SERIES (6)
“Legendary revolving wardrobe set meticulously recreated for the 2026 special.”
CLOSET (6)
“The use of humor or irony to criticize people's stupidity”
SATIRE (6)
“A stolen memento used to relive the thrill”
TROPHY (6)
“Like a picturesque overlook along a parkway”
SCENIC (6)
“Casual leg wear”
SHORTS (6)
“Nut crop heavily reliant on commercial pollination services”
ALMOND (6)
“A yearly cycle of television programming.”
SEASON (6)
“Competition segment where water glasses are played”
TALENT (6)
“Race where teammates pass a baton to one another”
RECLAY (6)
“Giving out or reflecting a lot of light”
BRIGHT (6)
“A massive system of stars gas and dust held together by gravity”
GALAXY (6)
“Starchy tuber that is a historical staple of the traditional Irish diet.”
POTATO (6)
“Ancient rolled document”
SCROLL (6)
“Hide what you watch, or what you watch it on.”
SCREEN (6)
“High-octane genre featuring explosions, car chases, and intense fights.”
ACTION (6)
“The lunar program that preceded the winged spacecraft era.”
APOLLO (6)
“The tallest player usually stationed in the paint”
CENTER (6)
“A unique language isolate spoken in the Pyrenees mountains”
BASQUE (6)
“The part of a digital camera that detects light”
SENSOR (6)
“First name of the armored villain played by a familiar face”
VICTOR (6)
“One who gains unauthorized access to computer systems”
HACKER (6)
“A place where stocks are bought and sold”
MARKET (6)
“Ubisoft's floating-limbed hero returning in a "Retold" adventure.”
RAYMAN (6)
“A space entirely devoid of matter”
VACUUM (6)
“A quantity having direction and magnitude, or a data array”
VECTOR (6)
“On-set physical rig used to portray the rocky sidekick in the movie.”
PUPPET (6)
“A powerful software component, like a recommendation one”
ENGINE (6)
“A woody part of a tree that grows out from the trunk”
BRANCH (6)
“Captures moments, an early mirror image.”
CAMERA (6)
“Chakra or body part traditionally ruled by the bull”
THROAT (6)
“Four-time world champion Sebastian”
VETTEL (6)
“Boston square located just steps from the finish line.”
COPLEY (6)
“Slithering creatures famously, and mythically, evicted from the Emerald Isle”
SNAKES (6)
“An expedition to observe animals in the African wild”
SAFARI (6)
“Sue, sit for a group of similar cells.”
TISSUE (6)
“The input text given to a generative model to elicit a response”
PROMPT (6)
“Precarious position for a team hoping for a Selection Sunday miracle.”
BUBBLE (6)
“Hot spring that occasionally sends up a tall column of water”
GEYSER (6)
“Building for worship in ancient cultures”
TEMPLE (6)
“Device that detects changes.”
SENSOR (6)
“Moral excellence or a quality considered good”
VIRTUE (6)
“The other half of the directing team bringing the novel to theaters.”
MILLER (6)
“Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of”
ASSESS (6)
“The illuminated bat-shaped symbol projected into the night sky.”
SIGNAL (6)
“Penner of 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Emma'.”
AUSTEN (6)
“Uniform top auctioned off to benefit his namesake foundation.”
JERSEY (6)
“This vibrant green tea powder is taking over modern cake and pastry flavors.”
MATCHA (6)
“Jazz-pop sensation releasing a Madison Square Garden live LP for the 2026 holiday.”
LAUFEY (6)
“Digital payment feature”
WALLET (6)
“The art form celebrated extensively during this fortnight”
CINEMA (6)
“Pedal for shifting, a critical grasp.”
CLUTCH (6)
“Herding dog breed famous for its intelligence, cemented in pop culture by Lassie.”
COLLIE (6)
“European power whose army was defeated on the fifth.”
FRANCE (6)
“The universe regarded as a complex and orderly system”
COSMOS (6)
“Capacity to do work”
ENERGY (6)
“A composition for an instrumental soloist, often with a piano accompaniment, typically in several movements”
SONATA (6)
“A period for growing, or a run of shows.”
SEASON (6)
“Profession of hunters like Din Djarin or Boba Fett.”
BOUNTY (6)
“Preserved in its own fat and luxury”
CONFIT (6)
“The repetitive phrase whispered during a dark ritual”
MANTRA (6)
“Biological cell that inspired artificial intelligence networks”
NEURON (6)
“The native Celtic speech of Scotland or Ireland”
GAELIC (6)
“Track and field barrier”
HURDLE (6)
“Season that officially begins at 10:46 AM EDT on March 20, 2026.”
SPRING (6)
“The Hindu festival of lights”
DIWALI (6)
“Bound pages clutched during early table reads”
SCRIPT (6)
“A short sighted way of looking at things”
MYOPIA (6)
“A standard for measuring”
METRIC (6)
“Cause dough to rise, or lighten a mood”
LEAVEN (6)
“Type of 'being' that keeps a timeline from dying, as mentioned by Paradox”
ANCHOR (6)
“The three vertical posts that the batter defends”
STUMPS (6)
“The final moments before the screen cuts to black.”
ENDING (6)
“The person responsible for calling balls and strikes”
UMPIRE (6)
“Official who enforces the rules”
UMPIRE (6)
“A person who prepares written material for publication.”
EDITOR (6)
“The Broadway ___ (trade association co-presenting the Tonys)”
LEAGUE (6)
“Association members who get hit up for donations”
ALUMNI (6)
“Frozen plain where I turn bad, confused”
TUNDRA (6)
“A building where movies are shown on a large screen”
CINEMA (6)
“Decorative band on a wall”
FRIEZE (6)
“Starting a franchise over with a new cast, like 2026's Masters of the Universe”
REBOOT (6)
“One version of a trait found in a pair”
ALLELE (6)
“It might start with 'As we look to the future...'”
SPEECH (6)
“Moon defender, a solar anagram.”
SAILOR (6)
“Flat, portable computing device”
TABLET (6)
“A statue with the body of a lion and a human head”
SPHINX (6)
“Max who produced countless Y2K hits and requested a specific southern vocal twang.”
MARTIN (6)
“The famously colored walkway where the world's most scrutinized arrivals happen.”
CARPET (6)
“Turn pale, or briefly immerse in boiling water”
BLANCH (6)
“A historical entertainer who might have pulled a fast one on a king.”
JESTER (6)
“A person who buys and sells stocks for others”
BROKER (6)
“Artisan ensuring a celebrity's custom fit is flawless”
TAILOR (6)
“Adorably cute, 'I' wait 'a' while for cuteness.”
KAWAII (6)
“To play media continuously over the internet”
STREAM (6)
“Legendary Parisian label famously helmed by Karl Lagerfeld for decades.”
CHANEL (6)
“Mythical beast, often a powerful ally or foe, 'on' 'rag' 'd'.”
DRAGON (6)
“An over in which absolutely no runs are scored off the bat”
MAIDEN (6)
“The drink of the gods that granted immortality”
NECTAR (6)
“Looped fabric, like a small French curl.”
BOUCLE (6)
“Thehornthatsoundsjustbeforeadramatic, game-winningshotfalls.”
BUZZER (6)
“Person who copied documents in ancient times”
SCRIBE (6)
“Using the body to block a defender for a teammate”
SCREEN (6)
“European capital city that hosts a massive multi-day March festival”
DUBLIN (6)
“Funny situation, often with a laugh track.”
SITCOM (6)
“Line near the stumps”
CREASE (6)
“Reptiles famously driven into the sea by a saint”
SNAKES (6)
“Default web browser for navigating the internet on the company's devices”
SAFARI (6)
“Snitch to mom about a broken vase.”
TATTLE (6)
“A discrete packet of electromagnetic radiation”
PHOTON (6)
“A public procession often featuring floats and marching bands”
PARADE (6)
“To take a person into legal custody”
ARREST (6)
“The red dirt is famous for producing a much higher one of these than grass.”
BOUNCE (6)
“A stable natural language developed from a mixture of others”
CREOLE (6)
“The elastic protein network providing artisanal bread with its signature chewy structure.”
GLUTEN (6)
“Type of queen that an undercover operative must pretend to be”
BEAUTY (6)
“The lone player permitted to handle the ball in the penalty box.”
KEEPER (6)
“A stringed instrument, often strummed”
GUITAR (6)
“A new version of an old movie”
REMAKE (6)
“Moral excellence, a core concept in ancient Greek thought”
VIRTUE (6)
“The Olympic one is located in Lausanne Switzerland”
MUSEUM (6)
“Ticket cashing only if you guess the winner and runner-up perfectly.”
EXACTA (6)
“Highly coveted pass required to enter a scheduled showing”
TICKET (6)
“What you do when the phone rings”
ANSWER (6)
“Home of a noble house, like Winterfell”
CASTLE (6)
“A grand realm, prone to collapsing with time, or 'ripe' for change.”
EMPIRE (6)
“To look for information on the web”
SEARCH (6)
“A stringed musical instrument, typically with six strings, played by plucking or strumming”
GUITAR (6)
“Rising temperature that chases away the winter chill.”
WARMTH (6)
“To take someone away illegally by force”
KIDNAP (6)
“First name of the armored antagonist played by a familiar face”
VICTOR (6)
“Where the top three finishers stand to receive their honors”
PODIUM (6)
“A circular opening in the center of a dome or wall”
OCULUS (6)
“Short, fast foot race”
SPRINT (6)
“The specific day of the week this holiday always occupies”
SUNDAY (6)
“Egyptian lord of the underworld and judge of the dead”
OSIRIS (6)
“Canoeist's oar”
PADDLE (6)
“Famously resilient, hollowed-out tree that captured the internet's heart.”
STUMPY (6)
“Former Disney star who regularly joins Swift's famous squad.”
SELENA (6)
“A floating bell named for a mythological gorgon”
MEDUSA (6)
“A large group of states or countries under a single supreme authority”
EMPIRE (6)
“An additional performance requested by the audience”
ENCORE (6)
“The astrological house associated with values and possessions”
SECOND (6)
“Formal agreement between states, a 'treat' for diplomacy.”
TREATY (6)
“The diplomatic language of the world for several centuries”
FRENCH (6)
“A sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying”
MELODY (6)
“The written text of a play or film”
SCRIPT (6)
“Natural bridges that would make a cobbler proud”
ARCHES (6)
“The intended person or place of an attack”
TARGET (6)
“Jackal headed deity who presided over the embalming process”
ANUBIS (6)
“The goal consisting of a rim and net”
BASKET (6)
“A stick that gets straight to the point”
SKEWER (6)
“North American country co-hosting the massive 2026 tournament”
MEXICO (6)
“The player who stands behind the stumps to catch the ball”
KEEPER (6)
“Pertaining to video play”
GAMING (6)
“Ancient copyist of manuscripts”
SCRIBE (6)
“Undercover operative's first name”
GRACIE (6)
“The new name in Damascus after the fall of a decades-old dynasty.”
SHARAA (6)
“Legendary French house that crafted Nicole Kidman's 2026 look”
CHANEL (6)
“Two-time champion who was "Euphoric" and "Tattooed"”
LOREEN (6)
“The specific type of offender the unit frequently pursues”
RAPIST (6)
“An ancient roll of parchment or paper for writing or painting on”
SCROLL (6)
“A large area of land covered mostly by trees”
FOREST (6)
“Anadromous fish, 'man' gets 'sol' from its journey.”
SALMON (6)
“Beekeeper's calming tool used during inspections”
SMOKER (6)
“A proposition, THE SIS-ter has a point.”
THESIS (6)
“Once beautiful maiden with a gaze that turns to stone”
MEDUSA (6)
“Small crustacean, often 'rip sh' apart when preparing.”
SHRIMP (6)
“A piece of ground where people grow plants and flowers”
GARDEN (6)
“Finding a four-leafed mutation of this plant means good fortune.”
CLOVER (6)
“What users download in the fall to get the new features.”
UPDATE (6)
“Academic grounds the graduates are departing”
CAMPUS (6)
“Three-tiered stand for top finishers”
PODIUM (6)
“The hardest substance in the human body covering the teeth”
ENAMEL (6)
“A slow tempo, or a slow movement in music.”
ADAGIO (6)
“The heavy base or box on which a column or statue rests”
PLINTH (6)
“Elder colleague, a bit of an enigma.”
SENPAI (6)
“A hot-headed senior who blows off steam”
GEYSER (6)
“The man with a magical aging portrait in Oscar Wilde's novel”
DORIAN (6)
“The climactic best-of-seven showdown”
FINALS (6)
“Cameron ___, the star player leading the Blue Devils in 2026”
BOOZER (6)
“The clef used for higher pitched notes”
TREBLE (6)
“British mathematician who proposed a test for machine intelligence”
TURING (6)
“The fourth state of matter”
PLASMA (6)
“Domestic doyenne who co-hosts a potluck dinner party show with Dogg.”
MARTHA (6)
“A public procession, especially for a celebration”
PARADE (6)
“It might be 98 in the shade, but this one is earned in a classroom”
DEGREE (6)
“Team uniform top”
JERSEY (6)
“The complete set of genetic instructions for an organism”
GENOME (6)
“The very last part, found in 'fine ale' oddly.”
FINALE (6)
“Primate associated with walnuts and banana flavors”
MONKEY (6)
“He won the inaugural award for this first-year player status.”
ROOKIE (6)
“Messenger of the gods, known for winged sandals”
HERMES (6)
“The man behind the mouse”
DISNEY (6)
“The last name of the tactical expert Derek”
MORGAN (6)
“Dry-erase tool essential for modern instruction”
MARKER (6)
“A streak of light in the sky caused by a burning rock”
METEOR (6)
“Fruity first half of a legendary, guitar-inspired mixture”
CHERRY (6)
“Moral principles that govern a person's behavior”
ETHICS (6)
“Type of engine in chips dedicated to machine learning tasks.”
NEURAL (6)
“Writing for the stage or screen.”
SCRIPT (6)
“A best-of-seven battle between two rivals.”
SERIES (6)
“Culminating research project for many a master's candidate”
THESIS (6)
“Prefix meaning 'heat'”
THERMO (6)
“A short, fast run”
SPRINT (6)
“The heavy fabric used by artists for oil paintings”
CANVAS (6)
“The most famous command shouted on a movie set”
ACTION (6)
“Writing tool, or 'pen' and 'cil' for drawing.”
PENCIL (6)
“A truck ride to a brand new life”
ISEKAI (6)
“The high point of a trip to the last frontier”
DENALI (6)
“Outrageous or amusing behavior that might get you sent to the principal's office.”
ANTICS (6)
“Powerful heart of a Ferrari”
ENGINE (6)
“The fallen evil regime whose warlords remain scattered in the 2026 Mando movie.”
EMPIRE (6)
“Someone who writes”
WRITER (6)
“'Can I have the language of ___?' (A common question asked at the microphone).”
ORIGIN (6)
“Iconic blonde actress and fifties sex symbol”
MONROE (6)
“Sung parts of a song”
VOCALS (6)
“The gorgon whose gaze turned men to stone”
MEDUSA (6)
“Spiny creature, a 'rich un' of the sea.”
URCHIN (6)
“First name of Ms. Henson, debuting in "Joe Turner's Come and Gone".”
TARAJI (6)
“A sequence of characters”
STRING (6)
“The primary purpose of many Ferraris”
RACING (6)
“Clever dwarf, often underestimated”
TYRION (6)
“Directs network traffic”
ROUTER (6)
“A large organized group of singers.”
CHORUS (6)
“Three vertical posts”
STUMPS (6)
“F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'Great' and tragic protagonist.”
GATSBY (6)
“Taking too many steps without dribbling”
TRAVEL (6)
“An attempt to compromise a computer system”
ATTACK (6)
“Change in position over time”
MOTION (6)
“Horizontal support over an opening”
LINTEL (6)
“Wide attacking player tasked with delivering dangerous crosses into the box.”
WINGER (6)
“What you might get in the third... or after four years”
DEGREE (6)
“Proof of purchase needed at the entry gates.”
TICKET (6)
“Offensive foul for running into a defender”
CHARGE (6)
“The art of growing miniature trees in containers”
BONSAI (6)
“The prize given to the runner-up”
SILVER (6)
“Green tea powder trending as an Asian-fusion flavor addition.”
MATCHA (6)
“AI systems that can perform complex tasks autonomously, a major focus for OpenAI.”
AGENTS (6)
“Continuous tracks used for mobility on uneven ground”
TREADS (6)
“Fire-breathing villain voiced by Jack Black who might be out for payback.”
BOWSER (6)
“Andrew who serves as the head curator of the institute”
BOLTON (6)
“On-field official who signals boundaries, wickets, and extras”
UMPIRE (6)
“Knotted yarn that sounds like a fastener”
BOUCLE (6)
“Queen regent of Westeros”
CERSEI (6)
“Fundamental property of matter, either positive or negative”
CHARGE (6)
“A musical tempo meaning slow and stately”
ADAGIO (6)
“The small creature Bilbo Baggins is in J.R.R. Tolkien's book”
HOBBIT (6)
“A low point between two peaks that serves as a natural travel corridor for elk”
SADDLE (6)
“A deep blue lake in a fallen summit”
CRATER (6)
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