275 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)
“Continent and country that is also home to the Outback”
AUSTRALIA (9)
“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)
“Contest won by claiming the required number of sets.”
MATCH (5)
“Capital city that hosts a massive multi-day festival every March”
DUBLIN (6)
“Comedian who brings the leading space ranger to life.”
ALLEN (5)
“Caramelized sugar crust, perhaps featured on elevated French toast.”
BRULEE (6)
“Catcher's oversized leather equipment”
MITT (4)
“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)
“Combines geo (earth) and graph (writing) to mean the study of Earth's features”
GEOGRAPHY (9)
“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)
“Casual Spanish word for goodbye, borrowed from Italian”
CHAO (4)
“California site hosting multiple July Starlink liftoffs”
VANDENBERG (10)
“Cozy state of physical ease highly prized by earth signs”
COMFORT (7)
“Chesapeake Bay Retriever who fetched a 2026 group win”
COTA (4)
“Community of organisms interacting with their physical environment”
ECOSYSTEM (9)
“Collecting the rock after a missed attempt”
REBOUND (7)
“Category of works, a 'gene' that's re-formed.”
GENRE (5)
“Common symbols used to rate a product”
STARS (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)
“Creature with a lion's body and a woman's head who asked riddles”
SPHINX (6)
“Class member experiencing their final days of undergrad”
SENIOR (6)
“Cameron, son of Carlos, headlining the 2026 prospect class”
BOOZER (6)
“Combines photo (light) and graph (writing) to mean an image captured using light”
PHOTOGRAPH (10)
“Citizen celebrating its 85th anniversary in 2026”
KANE (4)
“Coastal indentation, often smaller than a gulf.”
BAY (3)
“Cell part that stores water, food, or waste”
VACUOLE (7)
“Control center of a cell that holds its DNA”
NUCLEUS (7)
“Central focus of the 2026 exhibition, explored through Naked and Anatomical chapters.”
BODY (4)
“Color of the powder a mineral leaves when scratched on tile”
STREAK (6)
“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)
“Carbonated beverage often served in a vibrant crimson hue”
SODA (4)
“Coveted golden statuette handed out since 1929”
OSCAR (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)
“Common plant that many grazing animals eat”
GRASS (5)
“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)
“Colorful plant part that attracts bees”
FLOWER (6)
“Cells that form a protective layer over the body”
SKIN (4)
“Classic car sporting "HM 20" plates in the anniversary teaser.”
MUSTANG (7)
“Creature with a bull's head and a man's body”
MINOTAUR (8)
“Combines sub (under) and marine (sea) to name an underwater vessel”
SUBMARINE (9)
“Cold, treeless biome with permanently frozen ground beneath the surface”
TUNDRA (6)
“Common, hard, glassy mineral found in many rocks”
QUARTZ (6)
“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)
“Cell structure filled with enzymes that break down waste”
LYSOSOME (8)
“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)
“Cell structure that packages and ships proteins to their destination”
GOLGI (5)
“Crest hit, oddly, for extension.”
STRETCH (7)
“Common misspelling or short name for the Pirc defense”
PIERC (5)
“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)
“Combines auto (self) and graph (writing) to mean a person's own signature”
AUTOGRAPH (9)
“Colonist who remained faithful to the British king”
LOYALIST (8)
“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)
“Celebrated his 84th birthday on June 18, 2026, the legendary left-handed bassist.”
MCCARTNEY (9)
“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)
“Cynical shoe salesman who constantly reminisces about his high school football days.”
BUNDY (5)
“Commemorative addition to MLB caps worn during the celebration.”
PATCH (5)
“Complete path that electricity can flow through”
CIRCUIT (7)
“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)
“Creating magnetism in an object without direct contact”
INDUCTION (9)
“Classic ceramic gift often declaring someone the world's best”
MUG (3)
“Culinary competition where a weird basket ingredient can get you cut”
CHOPPED (7)
“City whose Golden team was shut out in Game 6 of 2026”
VEGAS (5)
“Critical signal prompting an actor to speak or move”
CUE (3)
“Compass direction toward the bottom of most maps”
SOUTH (5)
“Component that might blister or degrade over a stint.”
TIRE (4)
“Coloring or pattern that helps an animal blend into its surroundings”
CAMOUFLAGE (10)
“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)
“Change directly from a solid into a gas”
SUBLIMATION (11)
“Coin-op venue, celebrated by the 'Iconic' cabinet lineup of 2026.”
ARCADE (6)
“Crumbly British baked good traditionally served with clotted cream.”
SCONE (5)
“Competitive search mission for hidden treasures”
HUNT (4)
“Cell part that produces energy for the cell to use”
MITOCHONDRIA (12)
“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)
“Creature with the head of a bull and the body of a man”
MINOTAUR (8)
“Complex 39A served as this starting point.”
PAD (3)
“Creature that is half man and half horse”
CENTAUR (7)
“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)
“Conversation between characters in a book”
DIALOGUE (8)
“Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated 2026 epic starring Matt Damon [1.1.5]”
ODYSSEY (7)
“Cryogenic or static-fire event before every Starship flight”
TEST (4)
“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)
“Combines tele (far) and phone (sound) to name a long distance talking device”
TELEPHONE (9)
“Competition segment where water glasses are played”
TALENT (6)
“Costume play, acting out a role.”
COSPLAY (7)
“Connection point for peripherals”
PORT (4)
“Cross purposes that led to centuries of holy conflict”
CRUSADES (8)
“Classic cross-legged seated meditation position”
LOTUS (5)
“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)
“Colorful part of a plant that helps it make seeds”
FLOWER (6)
“Champion of civil rights and sports idol.”
HERO (4)
“Colonial militia fighters ready to fight on short notice”
MINUTEMEN (9)
“Combination of taste and smell that you notice while eating”
FLAVOR (6)
“Cell structure that builds proteins”
RIBOSOME (8)
“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)
“Common metal that is strongly attracted to magnets”
IRON (4)
“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)
“Crew capsule that could support future commercial flights”
DRAGON (6)
“Continent home to the Sahara Desert and the Nile River”
AFRICA (6)
“City that comes alive on the first weekend of the fifth month.”
LOUISVILLE (10)
“Cold, treeless region where the ground stays frozen”
TUNDRA (6)
“Creator Carl who established Duckburg.”
BARKS (5)
“Close approach, 'peer I eg' around (anag)”
PERIGEE (7)
“Classic summer thirst-quencher made from citrus and sugar.”
LEMONADE (8)
“Catchy moniker for San Antonio's towering young superstar.”
WEMBY (5)
“Classic Ferrari model, 'red head'”
TESTAROSSA (10)
“Clear, curved outer layer that covers and protects the front of the eye”
CORNEA (6)
“City-covered planet that served as the capital of the Republic.”
CORUSCANT (9)
“Common Spanish word for hello”
HOLA (4)
“Cairn Terrier who pulled back the curtain on a supposed wizard.”
TOTO (4)
“Coastal city where a historic proclamation was finally read”
GALVESTON (9)
“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)
“Central American civilization known for its calendar and pyramids”
MAYA (4)
“Common color of healthy plant leaves”
GREEN (5)
“Curved piece of glass used to focus light”
LENS (4)
“Complex cell type that contains a true nucleus”
EUKARYOTE (9)
“Circle pit activity at a hardcore show”
MOSH (4)
“Classic coin-op shooter where you blast insectoid aliens.”
GALAGA (6)
“Complex maze built to trap a dangerous creature”
LABYRINTH (9)
“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)
“Change directly from a gas into a solid”
DEPOSITION (10)
“Consume a whole trilogy in one weekend”
BINGE (5)
“Cleveland team that eliminated Detroit in Game 7 to advance in the 2026 playoffs.”
CAVALIERS (9)
“Changing a measurement of time from one unit to another, like hours to minutes”
CONVERSION (10)
“Cosmic powder that obscures our view of forming planetary systems”
DUST (4)
“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)
“Compact version of the internet satellites now flying”
VMINI (5)
“Canvas bag carrying your seaside library”
TOTE (4)
“Classical Greek philosopher who died by drinking hemlock”
SOCRATES (8)
“Canadian host city featuring historic matches at BMO Field.”
TORONTO (7)
“Cephalopod with three hearts and blue blood”
OCTOPUS (7)
“City scheduled to host the 2026 World Cup final”
AHMEDABAD (9)
“Comprising the whole number or amount”
TOTAL (5)
“Colored squares that offer extra value are known as these”
PREMIUM (7)
“Cooler age, perhaps, for a slow-moving ice mass.”
GLACIER (7)
“Colored substance in leaves that absorbs sunlight”
PIGMENT (7)
“Chest region enclosed by the ribs and sternum”
THORAX (6)
“Crucial moment in a Ferrari race”
PITSTOP (7)
“Culminating research project for many a master's candidate”
THESIS (6)
“Compass direction toward the top of most maps”
NORTH (5)
“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)
“Collapsible shelter for a night under the stars”
TENT (4)
“Customizable visual style for the browser”
THEME (5)
“Creature with feathers and wings”
BIRD (4)
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