Our LA Times Crossword Hints for May 23, 2024 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The LA Times Crossword is a daily crossword puzzle published in the Los Angeles Times, one of the largest newspapers in the United States. It is highly regarded by crossword enthusiasts for its challenging clues and clever themes. It is a traditional-style crossword, with a grid of black and white squares, and clues in both the across and down directions. The LA Times Crossword offers a daily challenge for solvers of all levels, from beginner to expert.
LA Times Crossword Hints, May 23, 2024
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the LA Times Crossword on 5/23/24. The clues are listed below, and you can click/tap on a clue to go to its page for more detail, including definitions, but if you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letter by letter to still offer yourself more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
- 1A. Of the kidneys
- 6A. Mineral deposits
- 10A. Stacked on
- 14A. Words of defeat
- 15A. Bigger than big
- 16A. "Don't use that __ with me!"
- 17A. Spot for a spot
- 19A. Symbol at the center of a Scrabble board
- 20A. Virtual video game characters
- 21A. Top under a hoodie
- 22A. Switches from a bottle to a cup, say
- 23A. California's Santa ___ Mountains
- 24A. Spot for a spot
- 27A. Language in which "w" can be a vowel
- 29A. Grade that may accompany a 26-Down message
- 30A. Particle exchanged in water purification
- 31A. Square stuck in a corner
- 35A. Mediterranean mountain
- 36A. Spot for a spot
- 38A. Threading target
- 40A. Economic improvement
- 41A. Asset in darts
- 42A. Bases-loaded walk stat
- 43A. Beach tour destinations
- 47A. Spot for a spot
- 52A. Wonder
- 53A. Put on the payroll
- 54A. Blonde hue
- 55A. Printing shade
- 56A. Lions or Tigers
- 57A. Spot for a spot
- 60A. Pakistani tongue
- 61A. Nirvana, for one
- 62A. Patisserie purchase
- 63A. Howls
- 64A. Electrical unit
- 65A. Church recesses
- 1D. Lumber mill tool
- 2D. Only main "Seinfeld" character who was not in the show's pilot episode
- 3D. "The truly fearless think of themselves as __": Margaret Atwood
- 4D. Responds on "Jeopardy!"
- 5D. Hula hoop?
- 6D. My stars!
- 7D. Arendelle's Elsa, for one
- 8D. Narcissist's problem
- 9D. Volleyball move
- 10D. Between ports
- 11D. Climactic moment during an eclipse
- 12D. Ad infinitum
- 13D. Lady Gaga, for Stefani Germanotta
- 18D. Ultimate degree
- 22D. Royal Rumble org.
- 24D. "Holy moly!"
- 25D. Path maintenance tool
- 26D. Teacher's directive
- 28D. Erupt
- 32D. PADI certification activity
- 33D. Halfhearted
- 34D. Objet d'__
- 35D. Burnt brisket bits
- 36D. Only person to win seven Super Bowls
- 37D. "Right away, boss!"
- 38D. Rubber duck's place
- 39D. Côte d'Azur, e.g.
- 42D. Ned Flanders' oldest son
- 44D. Tiers
- 45D. Fried Apples?
- 46D. Has an inkling
- 48D. Brother in Rome's foundation story
- 49D. 'Pipe down!'
- 50D. Fancy neckwear
- 51D. 'Pipe down!'
- 55D. Do some photo editing
- 57D. "I should tell you," for short
- 58D. Common __
- 59D. Org. that may organize after-school activities
The LA Times Crossword is a daily crossword puzzle that is published in the Los Angeles Times newspaper and on its website. The puzzle is known for its clever clues and challenging difficulty level, and is popular among crossword enthusiasts around the world.

The LA Times Crossword was first introduced in 2005, and has since become a beloved tradition for many crossword solvers. The puzzle is created by a team of experienced crossword constructors, who are known for their skill and creativity in the field of crossword puzzles.
One of the interesting features of the LA Times Crossword is its inclusion of a wide range of topics, from pop culture and current events to science and history. The puzzle is also known for its themed sections, which can add an extra layer of complexity to the solving experience.
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