Inventions Answers
Group 41
Puzzle 1 Answers
Developed radio telegraph system, Guglielmo __,.: Marconi
The ear is the __ organ.: Hearing
Nooked, in a small recessed section of a room.: Alcoved
Extreme expression of disapproval.: Censure
Slightly different form of program or story.: Version
Replies to questions, either right or wrong.: Answers
Vodka, whiskey, gin, intoxicating liquid.: Alcohol
The eye of an __ is bigger than its brain.: Ostrich
General name for a member of the Army.: Soldier
A famous puzzle solver.: Oedipus
Levi __, inventor of the denim jeans.: Strauss
Burnt to a __, exhausted.: Frazzle
To dress or adorned with tasteless showiness.: Bedizen
Baroque musician who composed the Four Seasons.: Vivaldi
Jean __, lead character of Les Misérables.: Valjean
Puzzle 2 Answers
Way of hitting a ball in tennis.: Backhand
Tom and Jerry: the inspiration for Itchy and __.: Scratchy
Ms __ Bankhead, US actress.: Tallulah
Salad made of finely shredded cabbage with vinegar.: Coleslaw
Degas painted L’ __.: Absinthe
Famous US musician author of “Blowin’ in the Wind”.: Bob dylan
Emperor of Japan during World War II.: Hirohito
Largest town in the Democratic Republic of Congo.: Kinshasa
A dentist invented this chair.: Electric
Saw with wide blade aka backsaw.: Tenon saw
Device used to surf the web.: Computer
Costs of doing business.: Expenses
Puzzle 3 Answers
St Petersburg palatial art museum.: Hermitage
Jem and the __, 2015 movie.: Holograms
Suffolk ship burial discovered in the 1930s.: Sutton hoo
Austrian currency before the Euro.: Schilling
Iron-fisted dictator; strong circus performer.: Strongman
It grabs children and pulls them into lakes.: Grindylow
Alexander Graham Bell invention.: Telephone
Tropical cyclone given alphabetical names.: Hurricane
Thick dairy product obtained by fermentation.: Sour cream
Stephen King’s 8 book fantasy series.: Dark tower
__, or flu, kills thousands each year.: Influenza
Famous song by Paul McCartney: ” __ Oratorio”.: Liverpool
Man considered the inventor of the periodic table.: Mendeleev
Puzzle 4 Answers
Granny Smith, Gala, and Fuji are all types of __.: Apples
Actress who invented a predecessor to Wi-Fi.: Lamarr
The King’s __, won the Academy Awards in 2011.: Speech
Ask for something forcefully.: Demand
Male swimming suit.: Trunks
Birds tweet, ducks quack, hens __.: Cackle
Little blue creatures with the same last name.: Smurfs
__ Zusak, Australian novelist.: Markus
Moment of revelation; exclamation of discovery.: Eureka
Chubby sweet winged angel.: Cherub
80% of country’s population lives near US border.: Canada
A person who shoots with bow and arrows.: Archer
Utensil used for cooking, __ pan.: Frying
Puzzle 5 Answers
Deserved to be laughed at.: Risible
Chop, dice, slice on this board.: Cutting
Add sugar to improve taste.: Sweeten
Edith __, wrote The Age of Innocence.: Wharton
Who keeps __ with the wolf will learn to howl.: Company
Someone who plays a sport.: Athlete
Month Halloween is celebrated.: October
Half-sized flute made in Italy.: Piccolo
Record of money expenses, checking __.: Account
Scientist who discovered Penicillin.: Fleming
Pregnancy occuring in the wrong place.: Ectopic
Male born from the same parents as you.: Brother
Legal member of a country or state.: Citizen
Cutting wood to make a picture or toy.: Carving
Machine that plays music when a coin is inserted.: Jukebox
Group 42
Puzzle 1 Answers
Mythical creature that awakens in a Moon phase.: Werewolf
Skyscrapers would be impractical without this device.: Elevator
Wealth or riches, usually precious metals.: Treasure
The __ of Venice, a Shakespeare’s comedy.: Merchant
Pink bird known for its long neck.: Flamingo
90s Tokyo subway attack used this chemical.: Sarin gas
Land-locked S. American country.: Paraguay
A person employed to guard buildings or property.: Watchman
Scientist who devised a formula to solve equations.: Bhaskara
__ Beauty, won the Oscar for best picture.: American
The way birds of a feather flock.: Together
Someone who has beaten all opponents.: Champion
Concerning the sky; heavenly.: Supernal
Popular material for kitchen flooring.: Linoleum
Puzzle 2 Answers
Someone withdrawn from society, recluse.: Hermit
Control used from a distance.: Remote
Tree that worried the Little Prince.: Baobab
Confidence in something, faith.: Belief
Classical dance form known for its grace.: Ballet
Shape-altering single-celled parasite.: Amoeba
All together without a certain one, excluding.: Except
80s film about a nonviolent leader.: Gandhi
Handcart used by market vendors.: Barrow
Pez was created in this Austrian city.: Vienna
Member of Fox’s Society of Friends.: Quaker
Puzzle 3 Answers
Open to more than one interpretation.: Equivocal
Bad dream; demon who suffocates you in your sleep.: Nightmare
David __, US TV talk show host for 33 years.: Letterman
Woodward partner and Watergate exposer.: Bernstein
Bavarian smoked sausage with garlic flavor.: Bierwurst
A draw in chess; no winners in a war.: Stalemate
Period of economic downturn.: Recession
Main character in Far from the Madding Crowd.: Bathsheba
Instrument for measuring time with sand.: Hourglass
Device to measure fractions of time; used in races.: Stopwatch
State when sudden changes in the brain happen.: Delirious
Large building where college students live.: Dormitory
British rock band that “creeps” out its fans.: Radiohead
Puzzle 4 Answers
The way an empty sack cannot stand.: Upright
Nucleomituphobia is the fear of nuclear __.: Weapons
Something done on paper with pencil or ink.: Drawing
Initial play of a football game.: Kickoff
Machine that shapes wood.: Moulder
Legally taken and raised by other parents.: Adopted
Kylie __, Australian singer and actress.: Minogue
Liquid used as a nail polish remover.: Acetone
Australian-themed restaurant actually from Tampa.: Outback
Among this Saharan people, it’s men who wear a veil.: Tuaregs
Quiet, inhibited; repressed or controlled.: Subdued
Elements; energy efficient light bulbs.: Halogen
Small mammal, stands on back legs.: Meerkat
Puzzle 5 Answers
American-Chinese dish typically served with rice.: Chop suey
Person who undercuts you, wants to destroy you.: Saboteur
Strongest muscle in the human body.: Masseter
He invented a system for classifying lifeforms.: Linnaeus
Wind energy structure; part of Dutch landscape.: Windmill
Massive Mexican top piece.: Sombrero
Care dispensed to the sick.: Tendance
Three sides, three angles, acute and obtuse.: Triangle
Dynasty that ruled France in the High Middle Ages.: Capetian
__, Last Summer, a movie with Liz Taylor.: Suddenly
Female royal title; many are Disney’s characters.: Princess
Group 43
Puzzle 1 Answers
Stream or river that flows into a larger one.: Tributary
Do-gooder with special powers.: Superhero
A hit by The Beatles.: Penny lane
Acclaimed US novel written by Upton Sinclair.: The jungle
Latin term used for the university one attended.: Alma mater
Mechanical version of the hand-held mangle board.: Box mangle
Observation instrument that “gets around things”.: Periscope
Became joined.: Connected
TV series about the routine of a paper company.: The office
The smallest continental area in the world.: Australia
Jesus’ body, famously given at The Last Supper.: Eucharist
Period of two weeks.: Fortnight
Like __, predictably and smoothly.: Clockwork
Not continuous or systematic.: Desultory
Type of chemical that kills mites.: Acaricide
Surname of a man who made a list that saved people.: Schindler
Puzzle 2 Answers
Non-tonal language spoken in Central Africa.: Fulani
Involuntary movement in reaction to something.: Reflex
Key on a map, tells what symbols mean.: Legend
Goats found in the Pyrenees.: Ibexes
Ornate hanging stuffed with candy and goodies.: Pinata
Straight away.: At once
Sang When a Man Loves a Woman before Bolton.: Sledge
Almost never, uncommon.: Rarely
Fried dough popular in Latin countries.: Churro
Anagram of fibers.: Briefs
Huey, Dewey and Louie’s uncle.: Donald
Flea __, a popular bazaar aka swap meet.: Market
German cryptography machine.: Enigma
Accessory often worn with a tuxedo.: Bowtie
__ machine, device designed to make clothes.: Sewing
It is the New Black, according to a Netflix drama.: Orange
Puzzle 3 Answers
__ robot, a Jetson’s idea; auto cleaner.: Domestic
Camera that instantly develops film.: Polaroid
From Here to __, movie with Burt Lancaster.: Eternity
Feeds gas from fuel tank to injection system.: Fuel pump
To talk badly about someone; to knock someone.: Badmouth
It takes two to play this.: Leapfrog
Term for scientific solving of legal issues.: Forensic
Capital of the Qin Dynasty.: Xianyang
Round brown hard-shelled nut.: Hazelnut
White or yellow flower; jonquil, narcissus.: Daffodil
Neither a __ nor a lender be.: Borrower
White grape wine from Germany.: Riesling
__ racing, oval tracks; NASCAR.: Stock car
Socrates’ method to refute an argument.: Elenchus
Puzzle 4 Answers
Comedic “dictator” with same look as real dictator.: Chaplin
Large blue-eyed domestic cat.: Ragdoll
War comes from a Germanic root that meant “to __”.: Confuse
__ Transform, decomposes a function of time.: Fourier
Winged horse that sprouted from Medusa’s head.: Pegasus
Cradle song.: Lullaby
Large area of fruit-bearing trees.: Orchard
Country also known as Burma on the Bay of Bengal.: Myanmar
British comedian, the original Michael Scott.: Gervais
Shoulder blade.: Scapula
Tiny legume; Christmas dish in some cultures.: Lentils
__ two stools you fall to the ground.: Between
Puzzle 5 Answers
Santos __, for some the inventor of the airplane.: Dumont
Online THX is short for this word of gratitude.: Thanks
Large bird, known for holiday dinners.: Turkey
Structure giving passage over a river.: Bridge
Explanation that’s been thought out and documented.: Theory
Fencing term; acknowledge another’s point.: Touche
French partner dance from the early 17th century.: Minuet
Tarsila do __, Latin American artist.: Amaral
Thick liquid used to moisturize the body or skin.: Lotion
To put money to gain returns.: Invest
Group 44
Puzzle 1 Answers
The place where celebrities exhibit their gowns.: Red carpet
Medication, inhibits development of certain pathogen.: Antiviral
The chemical element Pu.: Plutonium
Moist creamy cheese, Stracchino.: Crescenza
Highly pleased.: Delighted
Children of a couple.: Offspring
Korean martial art; Olympic sport.: Taekwondo
__ Islands; Darwin’s evolution theory.: Galapagos
By far not a volunteer.: Conscript
Invented the printing press in late Middle Ages.: Gutenberg
An entomologist.: Bug hunter
Liquid used for oral hygiene.: Mouthwash
Small case for carrying papers for work.: Briefcase
Puzzle 2 Answers
Anti-malware software developed by Symantec.: Norton
Buffy’s occupation related to vampires.: Slayer
Removing a piece of tissue for a detailed exam.: Biopsy
An official document conferring a right or privilege.: Patent
Fast food brand that urges us to Eat Fresh.: Subway
Type of movie genre; scary, bloody.: Horror
Covering on the outside of a building.: Awning
Pale color, especially for Easter decorations.: Pastel
Ability that allows you to be better at something.: Talent
Separation of __ and State.: Church
Puzzle 3 Answers
Shy, timid, quiet.: Bashful
Landlocked, former Communist neighbor of Romania.: Moldova
Farthest planet from the Sun.: Neptune
Someone who helps you to run a business.: Partner
Giant sea turtle whose back resembles an island.: Zaratan
Atari classic game; jumping across alligators.: Pitfall
Original Spider-Man (film), Tobey __.: Maguire
Animal form of vitamin A; a skincare serum.: Retinol
Dishonest public official, with no integrity.: Corrupt
Nail __, scissors for the fingers and toes.: Clipper
Humidifier is a __ that puts moisture in the air.: Machine
Puzzle 4 Answers
Bank account abroad, common in Cayman Islands.: Offshore
The Catcher in the Rye, by J.D __.: Salinger
Someone who sends goods to another place.: Exporter
Used to operate valves in combustion engines.: Camshaft
He invented the lightning rod, bifocals and a stove.: Franklin
The __ and the Bobby-Soxer, movie with C. Grant.: Bachelor
One of the heroes of the Trojan War.: Achilles
Popeye’s skinny fiancée.: Olive oyl
A device to replace missing teeth.: Dentures
To drag a criminal under the bottom of a ship.: Keelhaul
Puzzle 5 Answers
Traveler who chronicled the Mongolian rule in China.: Marco polo
Manueline monastery at Belém, Lisbon.: Jeronimos
English novelist famous for his Atonement novel.: Ian mcewan
__ Housewives, TV drama set in Wisteria Lane.: Desperate
PTSD: Post-__ Stress Disorder.: Traumatic
Name for historical game birds in holiday songs.: Partridge
Clock or watch to measure minutes, hours, etc..: Timepiece
Ignition device essential to turn on a car.: Spark plug
Newspapers, Internet, television, radio.: Mass media
Fluffy white material also called nitrocellulose.: Guncotton
Only to a chosen few.: Exclusive
Cold, sweet drink made with ice cream.: Milkshake
In medieval mythology the enemy of the dragon.: Ichneumon
Group 45
Puzzle 1 Answers
Someone who carries baseball bats for the team.: Batboy
Father of Angelina Jolie, Jon __.: Voight
Nerd rockers who paid tribute to Buddy Holly.: Weezer
Buzz __, astronaut, the second to walk on moon.: Aldrin
It has 4 sides in equal length.: Square
Reflective surface in a bathroom to see yourself.: Mirror
Ancient counting frame.: Abacus
Monty __, British comedy group of the absurd.: Python
Plant used in Japanese cooking, paste or beans.: Wasabi
Area known for being dry, sandy.: Desert
Prevents Antonio from losing a pound of flesh.: Portia
They own extensive lands in Scotland.: Lairds
Transform something into another form.: Change
Large caliber gun from the 16th century.: Musket
Puzzle 2 Answers
Common herb used as a garnish.: Parsley
Device used to preserve food at low temperatures.: Freezer
__ Deep, deepest part of the Tonga Trench.: Horizon
Animated series set in the Space Age.: Jetsons
McDonald’s chubby purple mascot.: Grimace
Deep and painful regret about something.: Remorse
Musical composition and combination of chords.: Harmony
Line of ancestry, tracing of the family.: Lineage
This professional invented the electric chair.: Dentist
The __ of the Lambs, thriller with Jodie Foster.: Silence
Resistance to motion, exertion, or change.: Inertia
Puzzle 3 Answers
Fact or information that prove someone is guilty.: Evidence
__ Cruz, won an Oscar for Vicky Cristina Barcelona.: Penelope
Making and operating marionettes for fun.: Puppetry
Deliberate killing of many people of one group.: Genocide
Process of producing books, etc by using machinery.: Printing
Reduce the storage required for data.: Compress
Condition of too much acid in the body.: Acidosis
Exceeding normal sizes, immense.: Enormous
The hound of Ulster in Irish legend, Cú __.: Chulainn
Rich brown-red; a type of wood.: Mahogany
Someone who creates new things.: Inventor
It is a virtue.: Patience
Statement of equality with one or more variables.: Equation
Puzzle 4 Answers
To motivate someone to do something.: Inspire
Bon __, said by waiters after delivering meals.: Appetit
__ Nation, nickname of an African country.: Rainbow
Part of the ear that hangs down, usually pierced.: Earlobe
Ancient language spoken by Jesus.: Aramaic
Thoroughly washed hands, face, body.: Abluted
He played folly in a book.: Erasmus
The feel of a surface or substance.: Texture
Film starred by Liza Minnelli.: Cabaret
Person who frequents a place, area.: Denizen
Heavy artillery fire to stop enemy troops.: Barrage
Greek currency before the euro.: Drachma
Michael __, UK scientist who discovered benzene.: Faraday
Marine crustacean with five pairs of legs.: Lobster
Metal wire that allows TV or radio signal reception.: Antenna
Puzzle 5 Answers
Adding font files into an electronic document.: Embedding
Turn something from one language to another.: Translate
Housing moisture problem that can be toxic.: Black mold
Polymer commonly used in synthetic clothes.: Polyester
Pass liquid through a filter, coffee.: Percolate
This makes prices go down.: Deflation
Largest city in Chūgoku region of western Honshu.: Hiroshima
Person who builds things out of wood.: Carpenter
At a later time, not the current time.: Afterward
Abraham __, pioneer of Yiddish theatre.: Goldfaden
Hertz demonstrated this in 1886.: Radio wave
First TV __ by Rignoux and Fournier was in 1909.: Broadcast
Group 46
Puzzle 1 Answers
German revolutionary who wrote a famous manifesto.: Karl marx
Plant used as pain reliever and scent.: Aloe vera
The quality or state of being greater.: Majority
Barbara __, versatile actress of Double Indemnity.: Stanwyck
Manageable explosive patented in 1867.: Dynamite
Early swimmers and divers used reeds as __.: Snorkels
Large primate with blue and red face.: Mandrill
Urgency, importance.: Priority
Forceful two point shot in basketball.: Slam dunk
Type of radiation, made the Incredible Hulk.: Gamma ray
One good turn __ another.: Deserves
__ Band, high school football live music.: Marching
Round pastry with a hole in the middle.: Doughnut
__ Mile, distance measurement of the sea.: Nautical
Battle won by the Shang dynasty in China.: Mingtiao
Puzzle 2 Answers
Land ruled by one monarch or government.: Domain
Small body of water usually running.: Stream
Shared the Nobel in Medicine with Fleming and Chain.: Florey
Fruit bats are also called __ foxes.: Flying
Natives of Barbados.: Bajans
Member of the grass family, used to make beer.: Barley
Her ominous stare turned men into stone.: Medusa
Tape invented in 1930 by Richard Drew.: Scotch
The sad donkey on Winnie the Pooh.: Eeyore
Twelve __, family tree for Jewish people.: Tribes
Detroit sound that brought us Temptations.: Motown
Puzzle 3 Answers
Plane spotting site in the Dutch side of Caribbean.: Maho beach
John Deere invented this in 1837.: Steel plow
It was first bottled by French Benedictine monks.: Champagne
Usually wooden plaque you can ride the waves in.: Surfboard
Norovirus is a common cause of food __.: Poisoning
The __ of Notre Dame, a movie and an animation.: Hunchback
Greek heroes looking for the Golden Fleece.: Argonauts
Chuck __, novelist of transgressional fiction.: Palahniuk
Pausing punctuation mark between two main clauses.: Semicolon
Growing plants, trees, fruits, etc.: Gardening
Puzzle 4 Answers
Largest member of the primate family.: Gorilla
The rechargeable lead-acid __ was invented in 1859.: Battery
Present-day version of prince charming.: Mr right
Captain __, a Marvel Comics superhero.: Britain
Acupuncture uses __ inserted into the body.: Needles
To place furniture in.: Furnish
Farewell.: Goodbye
Regard with disgust, disdain, distaste.: Despise
Julia __, Pretty Woman actress and Oscar winner.: Roberts
A group of stars or other celestial objects.: Cluster
School for special training, military school.: Academy
Puzzle 5 Answers
Bomb developed by the Manhattan Project.: Atomic
Light green vegetable eaten and used in cooking.: Celery
The __ gin was invented by Eli Whitney in 1794.: Cotton
What you hear before train departure, All __.: Aboard
Ski race over winding course marked with poles.: Slalom
Huge Spanish fleet to attack England.: Armada
Item used to climb to a higher level.: Ladder
Bill Haley & His __, rocked around the clock.: Comets
Moving without having a particular place to go.: Wander
Luck, risk, not predicted or controlled.: Chance
Road Runner chaser often seen falling off cliffs.: Coyote
Medical term for injury.: Lesion
Number system with only two symbols.: Binary
Group 47
Puzzle 1 Answers
A patient’s medical history.: Anamnesis
Highest executive officer in a republic.: President
John Loud invented and patented this pen in 1888.: Ballpoint
Middle Eastern dish with chopped parsley or mint.: Tabbouleh
Cue and balls game similar to pool and snooker.: Billiards
To check; fix the measurement of a tool.: Calibrate
Dance duet in ballet usually performed by a couple.: Pas de deux
Surface skin; includes the first two skin layers.: Epidermis
Walter Hunt patented the first __ rifle in 1849.: Repeating
Disastrous drop of snow on a mountain.: Avalanche
Only living members of the genus Struthio.: Ostriches
Oscar winner who had her own TV show in the 60s.: Donna reed
Adverb meaning in strict sense commonly misused.: Literally
Murderous Clown in Stephen King’s novel It.: Pennywise
Led the Greeks in the Trojan War.: Agamemnon
Puzzle 2 Answers
Cooking glaze made of soy sauce and sugar.: Teriyaki
Distance north or south from the Equator.: Latitude
Female child.: Daughter
Used to keep the flames burning.: Firewood
Someone who buys goods or services.: Customer
Sylvester __ is Rocky Balboa.: Stallone
__ is a 1985 game where you deliver papers.: Paperboy
Name of an early plastic invented around the 1900s.: Bakelite
Theodor Kober helped to design it in the 1890s.: Zeppelin
Lightweight, small shoes which are easily slipped on.: Slippers
Puzzle 3 Answers
Cheap motorcycle, Vespa.: Scooter
Gassner invented this battery in 1886.: Dry cell
Bruce Lee was a major ambassador of this art.: Martial
Feeling deeply guilty, embarrassed, regretful.: Ashamed
Nice country estate in France.: Chateau
SpongeBob’s best friend, __ Star.: Patrick
Green herb essential for Italian cuisine.: Oregano
The __, movie with Paul Newman as a pool player.: Hustler
Forced withdrawal of a military force.: Retreat
Anti-apartheid campaigner.: Mandela
Guaranteed, sure, certain.: Assured
A large room used for formal or public events.: Chamber
Payment made by a former spouse for living.: Alimony
Hugh Hefner’s mansion and naughty magazine.: Playboy
Puzzle 4 Answers
Psychoactive compound found in a species of poppy.: Opiate
A chess piece.: Knight
Another word for suppose or think.: Reckon
Man of Steel, faster than a speeding __.: Bullet
Naturally protected against diseases.: Immune
He invented the Morse Code in 1836.: Samuel
The oldest one discovered in Pi-Ramesses in Qantir.: Stable
Six letters’ invention of Whitcomb Judson (1890s).: Zipper
Paper used for writing in ancient times.: Scroll
Metal pot to boil liquid, such as water for tea.: Kettle
A quizzing game involving obscure facts.: Trivia
Someone who cuts men’s hair.: Barber
Jean __, French corsair who captured Aztec gold.: Fleury
Puzzle 5 Answers
Oral examination, at college.: Viva voce
Invention that became very popular in the 1990s.: Internet
Transmission that you manually shift.: Standard
Savage fierceness.: Ferocity
Unauthorized writing or drawing on a public place.: Graffiti
In custody before trial.: On remand
The black panther in The Jungle Book.: Bagheera
Odin’s eight-legged horse from Norse folklore.: Sleipnir
An edible snail.: Escargot
Synthetic rubber used for wet suits.: Neoprene
Asymptomatic means you don’t have them.: Symptoms
Obstructive action to hinder a nation’s war effort.: Sabotage
Nobel prize winning author from Mississippi.: Faulkner
Characterized by a state of overpowering emotion.: Ecstatic
Released the first cell phone in 1983.: Motorola
Replication of crucifixion wounds.: Stigmata
Ring it to let someone know you’re there.: Doorbell
Person hired to do small jobs around a building.: Handyman
Song recorded by the Beatles.: Love me do
It stands at 1344 meters above the sea in Scotland.: Ben nevis
A game where rings are thrown around a peg.: Ringtoss
Monkey __, movie with Cary Grant.: Business
To communicate, as information or news.: Transmit
Given by employers; daycare, profit sharing, etc.: Benefits
Group 48
Puzzle 1 Answers
Much better than no bread.: Half a loaf
__ Galley, William Kidd’s ship.: Adventure
This iconic festival was revived in 1994.: Woodstock
Found at the rear of an automobile.: Tail light
__ spider shell, large sea snail species.: Arthritic
Expressing feelings or ideas with body movements.: Pantomime
Someone who backs you in everything.: Supporter
Cancer filtering organ that can be found in armpit.: Lymph node
The cotton __ was invented in 1850.: Harvester
Profession of Italian Prospero Alpini.: Biologist
Puzzle 2 Answers
__ Palace, complex of lakes and gardens in Beijing.: Summer
Similar to a llama; gives fibers like wool.: Alpaca
Amount of money to be spent on one area.: Budget
This Beatle imagined a hypothetical world.: Lennon
Machine used to propel a car, boat, or plane.: Engine
Chest for valuables, ancient term.: Coffer
Buffy the Vampire __.: Slayer
Sport of jumping off of something into the water.: Diving
Copper based alloy; ancient period of time.: Bronze
A house or a man can be made out of this.: Ginger
Menial worker, also describes their dull tasks.: Drudge
Slimmest of the long bones; by the tibia.: Fibula
Set of rules in linguistics; computer science.: Syntax
Very shiny photograph print.: Glossy
Story told for forgiveness for an act.: Excuse
Puzzle 3 Answers
Open position; hotel room available.: Vacancy
Symptom of odd neural activity.: Seizure
Fargo and Burn After Reading actress, __ McDormand.: Frances
Figaro is a barber in this city in the opera.: Seville
Saturday and Sunday.: Weekend
__ is Jimmy Neutron’s metal dog.: Goddard
Conqueror of the Incan empire.: Pizarro
Regulated plan, such as for diet or exercise.: Regimen
Written, video, or audio on a website.: Content
__ and Cream, beloved ice cream flavor.: Cookies
Cartridge patented by Casimir Lefaucheux in 1835.: Pinfire
The science of life.: Biology
The shape or outline of the armhole.: Armscye
Puzzle 4 Answers
A concept album released by the Beach Boys in 1966.: Pet sounds
Term used to define complete vision loss.: Blindness
Searched for the philosopher’s stone.: Alchemist
Novel by Nick Hornby turned into a film.: About a boy
Prom is its short form.: Promenade
Ray __, invented the e-mail in 1971.: Tomlinson
Shoes that make a person look taller.: High heels
Central church of the diocese, bishop’s HQ.: Cathedral
Sign, design used to identify products, companies.: Trademark
One who stages ballets.: Regisseur
Object used to open bottles of wine.: Corkscrew
Electromagnetic energy used in medicine.: Radiation
Small thin sausage.: Chipolata
Arabic expression meaning God willing.: Inshallah
Nifty, practical.: Effective
Member of the Gunpowder Plot in London in 1605.: Guy fawkes
The capital of Somalia.: Mogadishu
Joint pain often felt by the elderly.: Arthritis
General name for domesticated farm animals.: Livestock
Invention somehow related to x-rays.: Lightbulb
Gullies are formed by __ heavy rains.: Prolonged
Puzzle 5 Answers
Anagram of parmesan.: Spearman
The first stationary __ was invented in 1950.: Hay baler
Symbol of many Islamic states, Star and __.: Crescent
A particular sort of journalist.: Stringer
German battleship sunk by the British.: Bismarck
Leonardo Da Vinci is erroneously credited for this.: Scissors
Popular, straight woodwind instrument.: Clarinet
Defender of women’s rights.: Feminist
French for many or much, used with thank you.: Beaucoup
Another name for the spine.: Backbone
Month between November and January.: December
Violet quartz used in jewelry.: Amethyst
Car used as a time-machine in Back to the Future.: Delorean
Ibsen’s verse drama on Scandinavian folk tale.: Peer gynt
To put meat in a sauce for a period of time.: Marinate
Imitation is the sincerest form of __.: Flattery
A specialist in plant science.: Botanist
Writing online about different things for fun.: Blogging
FIFA’s major tournament, soccer’s top prize.: World cup
Group 49
Puzzle 1 Answers
Punctuation, word separator, joiner.: Hyphen
Smaller insect, also a VW car.: Beetle
Decorate architectural forms with miniatures.: Purfle
First popular web browser in 1993.: Mosaic
Positively charged subatomic particle.: Proton
Eating room, sometimes reserved for guests.: Dining
It was invented from boiling wine by a Dutch man.: Brandy
Judge’s decision on a matter.: Ruling
__ With Wolves, won the Academy Awards in 1991.: Dances
Opposite of everybody.: Nobody
Someone who “takes you for a ride”; swindler.: Conman
Main raw material grown in a region.: Staple
Item of elegance, not a necessity.: Luxury
__ Scott, Scottish novelist who wrote Ivanhoe.: Walter
Medieval tapestry depicting the battle of Hastings.: Bayeux
Danced mostly by men; bells are tied to their legs.: Morris
Puzzle 2 Answers
Movement that aims equal rights for women.: Feminism
Free from commotion or tumult.: Tranquil
Money borrowed to buy a house or building.: Mortgage
Purple flower with pleasant scent.: Lavender
Giant ape that became a box office triumph.: King kong
What the pasteurization process kills.: Microbes
Nationality of Olympic gymnast Kōhei Uchimura.: Japanese
Careful, conservative, gingerly, guarded,.: Cautious
Security measure online; prevents access or attacks.: Firewall
Keeps the landscape clean and pristine.: Gardener
The Last of the __, a novel and a film.: Mohicans
Something not inherited or present when born.: Acquired
Agreement between two people, usually on paper.: Contract
Once the Austrian schilling corresponded to 100 __.: Groschen
Indian slow cooking technique.: Dum pukht
Any permanent military post.: Garrison
Variant to curling, former Olympic event.: Ice stock
Puzzle 3 Answers
Devotion, fondness, love.: Affection
It means “fifty” in French.: Cinquante
Set of glasses, cups used to set table.: Drinkware
__ for Sugar Man, Sixto Rodriguez rediscovery.: Searching
A Winter Olympic sport.: Ice hockey
Instrument that must be played with the mouth.: Saxophone
The semi arid part of southern Argentina.: Patagonia
A period of three years.: Triennium
Hotel employee who helps you with excursions.: Concierge
Process, set of rules used in computer programming.: Algorithm
Political and social system during the Middle Ages.: Feudalism
Decoration at the foot of a printed page.: Tailpiece
Large place where water is stored.: Reservoir
Character from Peanuts obsessed with Beethoven.: Schroeder
Inhaling and exhaling.: Breathing
Substance used like butter.: Margarine
Puzzle 4 Answers
Braggart.: Swaggerer
FM radio was patented by Edwin __ in 1933.: Armstrong
Bodily system that processes food.: Digestive
Ruled by vanity, only interested in oneself.: Egotistic
Princess __, young member of the British royalty.: Charlotte
Painting or drawing executed by means of small dots.: Stippling
The King of Crete commanded the building of the __.: Labyrinth
Surname of a famous acting family in the US.: Barrymore
First __ powder for firearms was invented in 1884.: Smokeless
Protestant who follows teachings of Wesleys.: Methodist
Sports and exercises requiring strength.: Athletics
Famous British-American band, __ Mac.: Fleetwood
A person who mixes and serves drinks.: Bartender
What a witness states in a court of law.: Testimony
Puzzle 5 Answers
Food dip made from chickpeas.: Hummus
Martial art made famous by Steven Seagal.: Aikido
Relating to treasury, money, revenues.: Fiscal
They will dissolve in vinegar.: Pearls
Narcotic trademarked by Bayer in late 1890s.: Heroin
Asian Tiger, producer of electronic goods.: Taiwan
Attack someone violently.: Assail
Rich kids are born with this spoon in their mouth.: Silver
Legal term, application to a higher court.: Appeal
Religion involving pins and dolls.: Voodoo
The number of months in a year.: Twelve
__ Brody, The Pianist actor.: Adrien
Two-piece women’s swimsuit.: Bikini
Group 50
Puzzle 1 Answers
Free from doubt, sure, confident.: Certain
Streaming site, originally mail order DVD service.: Netflix
The 1st use of __ power for electricity was in 1951.: Nuclear
Loss of memory, usually from brain injury.: Amnesia
Never ask pardon before you are __.: Accused
These people stayed at the YMCA.: Village
Chocolate rich dessert with nuts.: Brownie
Muslim fasting holiday.: Ramadan
__ Crowe, subject of, director of Almost Famous.: Cameron
Plant with bitter-tasting leaves used in salads.: Chicory
HBO show about modern polygamists.: Big love
Maigret’s creator.: Simenon
General hospital attendant, nonmedical.: Orderly
Code name for the first atomic bomb test.: Trinity
Main Dutch port in the 17th century Caribbean.: Curaçao
Puzzle 2 Answers
Nevus.: Birthmark
A place where a person lives.: Residence
A dessert in which sherry or brandy is added.: Tipsy cake
Name of the search for people accused of sorcery.: Witch hunt
Scientist who said there could be life outside Earth.: Carl sagan
Musical instrument used in Flamenco performances.: Castanets
A word with the five vowels in alphabetical order.: Facetious
An image with urban scenery as its primary focus.: City scape
Refrigerator, microwave, oven, stove.: Appliance
Marion __, won an Oscar for La Vie en Rose.: Cotillard
__ Republic, shares the island of Hispaniola.: Dominican
Cool, nonchalant.: Unruffled
Hairdo popular in the 18th century.: Pompadour
Famous Italian mathematician from the Middle Ages.: Fibonacci
Janitor, custodian.: Caretaker
Puzzle 3 Answers
Moving through water by using your arms and legs.: Swimming
__ carrier, a military ship with a flight deck.: Aircraft
Any general business activity.: Industry
Lump of tissue behind the nose, not tonsils.: Adenoids
Something that causes diseases.: Pathogen
Throwing a coin in this place brings good luck.: Fountain
Piddling, beggarly.: Derisory
Someone who tries to influence legislation.: Lobbyist
Rembrandt painted The __ of Samson.: Blinding
Mendel founded this science in 1865.: Genetics
__ Holmes, fiction character.: Sherlock
Puzzle 4 Answers
Big-nosed Peanut who sleeps on top of his house.: Snoopy
Expensive salt-cured fish eggs.: Caviar
Say __ and thank you, nice manners.: Please
Anagram of things.: Nights
Profession, usually lifelong, with special training.: Career
Seventh planet from the sun in our Solar System.: Uranus
Humphrey __, a film noir actor.: Bogart
__ Jean, not Jackson’s lover.: Billie
Cat-fish linked to earthquakes in Japanese folklore.: Namazu
Scandinavian country.: Norway
Japanese martial art of self-defense.: Karate
Blood condition with not enough red blood cells.: Anemia
This scientist created three laws about motion.: Newton
Breaker of the German Enigma code.: Turing
Puzzle 5 Answers
Abdominal external __ muscle.: Oblique
Simulated by another computer or software.: Virtual
Jamón __, Spanish cured ham.: Serrano
Member of group containing humans and great apes.: Hominid
Chicken, turkey, meat from birds.: Poultry
It was invented in 1771 by a British engineer.: Air pump
Two and A __, Charlie Sheen raunchy sitcom.: Half men
St Augustine __, patron saint of brewers.: Of hippo
Girl who is magically transported away from Kansas.: Dorothy
Organs that regulate electrolytes in the blood.: Kidneys
Shyness or reservation, hesitancy, modesty.: Coyness
Country that shares name with a state in the US.: Georgia
Professor without permanent status.: Adjunct
To be without employment.: Jobless
Group 51
Puzzle 1 Answers
Explosion of a star with substantial energy.: Hypernova
The __, Mel Brooks’ comedy about Broadway.: Producers
They’ve all got stoppers.: Decanters
Controversial boxer with a face tattoo.: Mike tyson
John Gorrie was awarded a patent for an __ machine.: Ice making
A cruel unprincipled person.: Cutthroat
Unlawful __, illegal firing of an employee.: Discharge
Legendary sword that belonged to a British monarch.: Excalibur
Canadian, member of the rock and roll hall of fame.: Neil young
Submitting, obeying in a humble manner.: Truckling
Health condition that cannot be solved.: Incurable
Someone who studies relations of organisms.: Ecologist
Fateful lovers, Francesca da Rimini and Paolo __.: Malatesta
A tourist destination in Dominican Republic.: Punta cana
Frenchman considered the father of modern chemistry.: Lavoisier
A convertible coupe.: Cabriolet
Puzzle 2 Answers
Khaled __, Afghan-born American novelist.: Hosseini
Act of drinking, especially Liquor.: Potation
Shivered with fear.: Trembled
To stand in for.: Deputise
Untameable Lions; 90’s World Cup quarter-finals team.: Cameroon
William Grove invented the first __ in 1842.: Fuel cell
First chemical element of group 6.: Chromium
Conforming to an established doctrine.: Orthodox
His enemy was Captain Hook.: Peter pan
High intensity workout regimen.: Cross fit
One octave higher, “fake” singing voice.: Falsetto
Puzzle 3 Answers
Wide semiaquatic reptile with long jaw.: Crocodile
Pronounced, protruding muscles, __ Abs.: Washboard
Temporary halt to war; a truce.: Armistice
Assistant.: Secretary
To rise from the dead.: Resurrect
__ USA, nickname of a record label headquarter.: Hitsville
Underwater vessel designed for war.: Submarine
An item of clothing.: Waistcoat
Italian pasta sauce with bacon, cheese and eggs.: Carbonara
Invented by the Bell Labs in 1954.: Solar cell
This gelatinous sea creature is 95% water.: Jellyfish
Puzzle 4 Answers
Fear of __ old is gerascophobia.: Growing
Perfumed liquid.: Cologne
Type of vehicle pulled by horses.: Chariot
String of items used for decoration.: Garland
Venetian rowing boat for romantic tourists.: Gondola
__ to Hell, AC/DC hit about an infernal road.: Highway
Act of escaping something; usually duty or taxes.: Evasion
Half bovine, half canine.: Bulldog
Father of microbiology.: Pasteur
Write quickly, briefly.: Jot down
Magistrates in charge of public area, historical.: Aediles
The capital of Kenya.: Nairobi
Puzzle 5 Answers
Roof of the mouth; sense of taste.: Palate
Cold box for food storage.: Fridge
Personification of darkness in Greek mythology.: Erebus
Father of genetics.: Mendel
To remove a program or file from a computer.: Delete
A small european-style restaurant.: Bistro
Written by a man, but known as Divine.: Comedy
Slang for a heavy drinker.: Juicer
Artificial cave, recess, or structure.: Grotto
Rich and curly decoration from the 18th century.: Rococo
Island nation south of Turkey, capital is Nicosia.: Cyprus
Group 52
Puzzle 1 Answers
Australasian parrot with curved beak and crest.: Cockatoo
Nonsensical short poem in five lines.: Limerick
Place where people are buried.: Cemetery
Fancy way of calling someone’s bottom.: Derrière
90s TV show often described as being about nothing.: Seinfeld
To express your opinion about something.: Critique
Antigen of a blood group system linked to a monkey.: Rh factor
French cold egg sauce with mustard.: Gribiche
Until 1980 it was called Rhodesia.: Zimbabwe
Helps in the kitchen.: Scullion
Game that requires a long stick with a netted pouch.: Lacrosse
Italian luxury car brand from Bologna.: Maserati
Syndrome that provokes sudden involuntary tics.: Tourette
Delusions of __, unqualified greatness.: Grandeur
Oscar winner; portrayed an Indian social reformer.: Kingsley
Jackson’s zombie-inspired masterpiece.: Thriller
Term for murder; to kill someone.: Homicide
The personification of death in Greek mythology.: Thanatos
Board game involving diagonal moves, draughts.: Checkers
Puzzle 2 Answers
He proved that planets orbit the Sun.: Galileo
Stuffy person; too serious, little fun.: Uptight
First act of offense, to attack first.: Aggress
He determined the nature of chemical bonds.: Pauling
He is not recognized in his own land.: Prophet
Bring something to its original state.: Restore
Andrew __, Tom Hanks role in Philadelphia.: Beckett
Bringing something to an end, conclusion.: Closure
Jewish patriarch asked to sacrifice his son.: Abraham
Effervescent drink or a fizzy powder sweet.: Sherbet
Puzzle 3 Answers
Utterly illogical, untrue, senseless, laughable.: Absurd
Creator of evolutionary theory by natural selection.: Darwin
Dark, dim; deeply shaded emotionally.: Gloomy
Liquid in the blood that holds cells together.: Plasma
Oedipus brought her to death.: Sphinx
Electric Water __, heats water quickly.: Boiler
Egyptians used stones as this bedding item.: Pillow
Genetic predisposition to certain traits.: Anlage
State of something illegally taken from another.: Stolen
Large area controlled by one ruler.: Empire
Workman’s must, tool to loosen, tighten nuts.: Wrench
Someone who examines TV for language.: Censor
Puzzle 4 Answers
Procedure in pregnancy to have access to the fetus.: Fetoscopy
Inverse operation to exponentiation.: Logarithm
Jail release subject to good behavior.: Probation
American type of salami, usually found on pizza.: Pepperoni
The daughter of necessity.: Invention
Collected writings.: Anthology
Synthetic grass patented in 1965.: Astroturf
Russian industrial city on the River Volga.: Volgograd
__ Waltz, won an Oscar for Inglorious Basterds.: Christoph
Non-verbal and non-physical communication.: Telepathy
Puzzle 5 Answers
The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris __, a film.: Lessmore
Arriving or acting at the right time.: Punctual
Theological school for clergymen.: Seminary
Maps that show where you can submerge in the ocean.: Dive site
An induced state of human consciousness.: Hypnosis
Something worn on the breast; __ cross.: Pectoral
Permanent legal residence, address.: Domicile
Medically known as allergic rhinitis.: Hay fever
Professional in form of civil, electrical, etc.: Engineer
__ and Guinevere, adulterous couple.: Lancelot
They play the snare.: Drummers
Ana Lucia in Lost, __ Rodriguez.: Michelle
Tropical tree with tall trunk and large leaves.: Palmtree
This star has guided ships for centuries.: Northern
Small nation in the Horn of Africa.: Djibouti
Body __ is the art of gaining muscles.: Building
Group 53
Puzzle 1 Answers
The corn __ was invented in 1850.: Picker
TV sit-down reporter; very heavy thing in a boat.: Anchor
Italian white cheese similar to Parmesan.: Asiago
Home of Plato and Aristotle.: Athens
Violent encounter between two military forces.: Battle
Gunman whose job is to go unseen.: Sniper
__ Fighter, videogame with global characters.: Street
To be filled with amazement; awe, admiration.: Wonder
Head or skull, long ago.: Sconce
Sets of notes played on a guitar.: Chords
Swimming race including all strokes.: Medley
Amount you’re paid for your job.: Salary
Involuntary muscle contraction.: Tremor
Mathematician related to the theory of probability.: Pascal
Puzzle 2 Answers
Napoleon’s birthplace.: Ajaccio
Milli _, infamous German duo caught faking it.: Vanilli
Zodiac starts with the letter S.: Scorpio
Small fruit that resembles an orange.: Kumquat
Major prophet, “God will Strengthen”.: Ezekiel
Empress, wife of the ruler of Russia.: Czarina
People you are related to.: Kinfolk
A special anniversary of an event; 50 years.: Jubilee
The concept of __ spray cans began in 1790.: Aerosol
A temporary solution.: Stopgap
Greatest Arab traveller of Middle Ages, Ibn __.: Battuta
Conforming to accepted standards of conduct.: Ethical
Place or structure that offers protection.: Shelter
__ Gump, won the Academy Awards in 1995.: Forrest
Michelangelo painted this famous chapel.: Sistine
Puzzle 3 Answers
Someone who brings news professionally.: Reporter
Place to find doctors, nurses and medicine.: Hospital
A large fortified place, stronghold.: Fortress
Glands that produce a liquid in the mouth.: Salivary
Body of water at foot of the Caucasus Mountains.: Black sea
One of the best-known names in bridal wear.: Vera wang
Young humans, not adults.: Children
Comic book character played by Samuel L Jackson.: Nick fury
Commitments to do something.: Promises
The largest rodent in the world.: Capybara
Dramatic Spanish dance and music.: Flamenco
Record in a permanent manner.: Enscroll
A small unit of matter.: Particle
First page of a site online.: Homepage
Mattress filled with water.: Waterbed
Led the expedition that first went around the world.: Magellan
Scientist who developed the theory of relativity.: Einstein
Puzzle 4 Answers
Subordinated to a country’s embassy.: Consulate
Ready to be used.: Available
Enemy of a government agent in a spy film.: Terrorist
Pope of Mope.: Morrissey
Adam Smith’s hand that controlled the market.: Invisible
Tomato was once called this.: Love apple
__ Graham Bell patented the telephone in 1876.: Alexander
Copper carbonate with green hues.: Malachite
His assassination triggered the first World War.: Ferdinand
Chickenpox, blister-like itchy rash, fever.: Varicella
The __, TV show starring Kevin Bacon as FBI agent.: Following
Surgeon board game with buzzing warning.: Operation
Related to the science of equipment design.: Ergonomic
A period of 10 years, a decade.: Decennium
Puzzle 5 Answers
College class with one way communication.: Lecture
__ Leary, an advocate of the LSD.: Timothy
Leonardo __ could draw and write at the same time.: Da vinci
This channel separates Britain from Europe.: English
Written item for the purchase of something.: Receipt
Way of getting meat from animals in the wild.: Hunting
Extravagant lie, not just a fib.: Whopper
Small dried black fruit originally from Europe.: Currant
Cell degeneration, state of decay.: Atrophy
Educated courtesan in Ancient Greece.: Hetaera
The Last __, movie about a monarch of China.: Emperor
Group 54
Puzzle 1 Answers
Black or white spice that has a sharp flavor.: Pepper
__ steam turbine was invented in 1884.: Modern
Added to milk to make cheese.: Rennet
Building or space where people work.: Office
French dance featuring high kicks and splits.: Cancan
Chihuahua dogs are originally from this country.: Mexico
To develop gradually and over time, change.: Evolve
Russian who worked with salivating dogs.: Pavlov
__ Citizen, elderly person, usually retired.: Senior
Temple holding a huge complex dedicated to Amun-Ra.: Karnak
Puzzle 2 Answers
Goose liver dish accused of animal cruelty.: Foie gras
REM Sleep: Rapid Eye __.: Movement
He is as bad as the thief.: Receiver
Pigeons may nest there.: Dovecote
Winter sport that combines skiing and shooting.: Biathlon
Band best known for its hit “Eye of the Tiger”.: Survivor
Petrol, or __, powered a car first in 1886.: Gasoline
Luchino __, director of Rocco and his Brothers.: Visconti
Period when day is ending and night is beginning.: Twilight
Fortress of __, Superman’s place of solace.: Solitude
Unofficial capital of the British West Indies.: Barbados
Largest lake in North America.: Superior
__ cooker, airtight utensil for quick cooking.: Pressure
Puzzle 3 Answers
Less than a goatee, small tuft of facial hair.: Soul patch
Nut with an edible green kernel.: Pistachio
Widely known; negative connotation.: Notorious
Male who works in law enforcement.: Policeman
Modern oven zaps food in less time.: Microwave
Painted Composition IV.: Kandinsky
Movable bed for patients.: Stretcher
Communication system consisting of dashes and dots.: Morse code
Autonomous region often at odds with Spain.: Catalonia
Manipulation of one’s thoughts; cleansing.: Brainwash
It is what proves the rule.: Exception
Medium-sized carnivore, “cousin” to the mongoose.: Binturong
Puzzle 4 Answers
Peruvian raw fish marinade.: Ceviche
Chinese ecommerce powerhouse run by Jack Ma.: Alibaba
They were first put in 1973 Chevy models.: Air bags
Low seat without a back also known as footstool.: Ottoman
__ Millionaire, film about a game show contestant.: Slumdog
State of society without laws or government.: Anarchy
Reddish-yellow or brownish-yellow.: Fulvous
Building or room containing books.: Library
George __, Ali foe; an appliance king.: Foreman
He said acquired characteristics are inheritable.: Lamarck
Church of __, aka Anglican Church.: England
Full of violent passion or rage.: Furious
Type of plumage on a bird.: Feather
The US capital between 1789 and 1790.: New york
Puzzle 5 Answers
Touch, taste, smell, sight, hearing.: Senses
A person who always tells the truth.: Honest
Underground transportation; fast food chain.: Subway
Long walks through the woods on a trail.: Hiking
Small Spanish horse.: Jennet
A laundry machine consisting of two rollers.: Mangle
Creator of the universe in Hinduism.: Brahma
Larger formal hat worn with a tuxedo.: Top hat
Electronic or mechanical item for a purpose.: Device
Traditional female Japanese performer.: Geisha
Liquid used to cure something, magical potion.: Elixir
A very short period of time, an instant.: Moment
Small bushy trees, cut in ornate shapes in a yard.: Hedges
Group 55
Puzzle 1 Answers
Prison or jail for military personnel.: Stockade
Forest __ stars in The Last King of Scotland.: Whitaker
Something very fine that can break easily.: Delicate
First engine-powered __ were introduced in 1868.: Tractors
__ Pumpkins, band of Halloween pranksters.: Smashing
Round light green melon, similar to the cantaloupe.: Honey dew
An animal that feeds on plants and other animals.: Omnivore
The first particle __ was invented in 1911.: Detector
Sock hung to be filled with goodies on Christmas.: Stocking
Someone who repairs machinery, cars, etc.: Mechanic
Name given to popular topics on Twitter.: Trending
Puzzle 2 Answers
Yellow French sauce similar to tartar.: Remoulade
Shooting game that will leave stains.: Paintball
Bill Gates started this company.: Microsoft
Millionaires, billionaires, science of wealth.: Aphnology
Hypothetical type of compact exotic star.: Quarkstar
Ukraine’s border with Belarus northeast of Kiev.: Chernobyl
Pace at which those marrying in haste repent.: At leisure
Jewelry for men; used in button shirts.: Cufflinks
Loss of motor function, voluntary movements.: Paralysis
Monet painted Beach in __.: Pourville
Louisa __, American author of Little Women.: May alcott
Metallic festive covering, comes in a can.: Gold spray
The song of __, dubbed the brother of Marseillaise.: Departure
Hard-shelled pupa of a moth or butterfly.: Chrysalis
Puzzle 3 Answers
Leif __, Icelandic explorer who 1st reached America.: Erikson
Amphibian native to a Mexican lake.: Axolotl
The capital of Isle of Man.: Douglas
Never listens to anyone.: Wayward
A centenarian is someone who is one-__ or older.: Hundred
One-eyed monster of Greek mythology.: Cyclops
Single-headed Philippine drum.: Dabakan
The celebration of two people getting married.: Wedding
Someone who provides foods for events and parties.: Caterer
Leave the gun, take the __.: Cannoli
Puzzle 4 Answers
A lot, more than enough.: Plenty
__ of Miletus, one of the Seven Sages of Greece.: Thales
Protein complex found in wheat; can cause allergy.: Gluten
This city’s bridge is falling in a nursery rhyme.: London
Being that is deceased but behaves like it is alive.: Undead
A candy crab __ the polyps it lives in.: Mimics
__ Ball, wartime weapon; ungraceful dive.: Cannon
To rise against constituted authority.: Revolt
A teacher, someone who helps, assists, guides.: Mentor
__ Takei, Sulu on Star Trek, social media star.: George
Increase in size, volume, extent.: Expand
Ignaz Semmelweis is the __ of modern antisepsis.: Father
Puzzle 5 Answers
Something repulsive, disgusting.: Revolting
South Florida 80s crime show with Don Johnson.: Miami vice
Chief job that Masons attribute to God.: Architect
Very absorbent towels may be made of this.: Huckaback
Wave this to show you surrender.: White flag
In law, honesty of intention.: Bonafides
Chinese waterway located between 2 largest rivers.: Huai river
Heathcliff’s love in Wuthering Heights.: Catherine
Meat browned, stewed and served in its sauce.: Fricassee
Theory supported by the idea of natural selection.: Evolution
Small marsupial from Australia and New Guinea.: Bandicoot
Group 56
Puzzle 1 Answers
80s band that made people jump.: Van halen
Just below the emperor, Austrian title.: Archduke
__ Roll, circular pastry known for its spice.: Cinnamon
Joan __, sister of Olivia de Havilland.: Fontaine
Part of a building; partially or wholly underground.: Basement
Sofia is the capital of __.: Bulgaria
Father of the study of groups of people.: Durkheim
Bible book of inspirational passages.: Proverbs
Brazilian acrobatic martial art created by slaves.: Capoeira
A witch’s pot boiling with glowing goo.: Cauldron
Number of seats in a restaurant when full.: Capacity
12 a.m., height of night, a scary hour.: Midnight
Gauge that tells you how many miles are on a car.: Odometer
Programs on a computer; removable.: Software
Great pain, anxiety, sorrow.: Distress
Puzzle 2 Answers
Road designed for high speed traffic.: Freeway
To receive money when someone dies.: Inherit
Game with ball and pins.: Bowling
Mayim Bialik 90s, pre Big Bang Theory sitcom.: Blossom
To die = to __ one’s last.: Breathe
Faye __, Broadway star who played Bonnie on screen.: Dunaway
Jägermeister was first made there in 1935.: Germany
A type of short haircut.: Flat top
Small animals with six legs and hard shells.: Insects
Medicine for stopping itching and pain.: Camphor
Puzzle 3 Answers
Cut your coat __ to your cloth.: According
Items like moisturizer, blush and eyeshadow.: Cosmetics
Decency, decorum.: Propriety
German sausage often eaten in buns with mustard.: Bratwurst
Gene that is not dominant.: Recessive
Feeds on decaying flesh.: Scavenger
Egyptian dynasty after Alexander’s death.: Ptolemaic
Largest Central American republic.: Nicaragua
Ancient Greek writer of tragedies.: Sophocles
The USB __ was launched in 1996.: Interface
A person who supervises the safety at the beach.: Lifeguard
Day for ghouls, monsters and trick or treating.: Halloween
Device to capture rodents.: Mouse trap
David Lynch cult TV series.: Twin peaks
Antonio Vivaldi’s nickname.: Red priest
Puzzle 4 Answers
Small flying insect that bites and sucks blood.: Mosquito
Pad of paper used to write information in.: Notebook
Helmut Ruska set the basis for the __ microscope.: Electron
Melanie __, star of Working Girl.: Griffith
Artist’s farrago.: Pastiche
The capital of Tajikistan.: Dushanbe
Deep blue; the birthstone of September.: Sapphire
Mathematical study of change; “small pebble”.: Calculus
Coffee extracted in small, concentrated amounts.: Espresso
Aerial military combat; no canines to be seen.: Dogfight
Puzzle 5 Answers
Virgin Mary appeared in this small French town.: Lourdes
Sweet food eaten at the end of a meal.: Dessert
Writer, comedian famous for SNL, 30 Rock.: Tina fey
Women’s dress hanging straight from the shoulders.: Chemise
Large prying tool used by criminals in movies.: Crowbar
Hero of the novel Pride and Prejudice.: Mr darcy
To make designs in metal or glass by using acid.: Etching
Bewildered, confused, frustrated.: Baffled
A specialist in a particular branch of study.: Scholar
A theory that explains the origin of the universe.: Big bang
Cough mixture.: Linctus
Depart secretly and quickly to avoid capture.: Abscond
Athena counterpart in Roman mythology.: Minerva
Group 57
Puzzle 1 Answers
Type of dark red bean.: Kidney
Small fairy-like creature in folklore.: Sprite
__ calculator was invented in Japan in 1970.: Pocket
Flash __ was invented circa 1980 by Toshiba.: Memory
Bible book of phrases that means “praises”.: Psalms
Ojos del __, active volcano in S. America.: Salado
Civil __, 60s movement fighting for minorities.: Rights
Macabre singer with female first name.: Cooper
Often discussed range of development disorders.: Autism
Femme __, a seductive woman.: Fatale
Timon & __, Disney animated TV show.: Pumbaa
Puzzle 2 Answers
Wonderful, fascinating, excellent.: Awesome
The last name of a yellow animated family from TV.: Simpson
Alice Doesn’t Live Here __, a 1974 film.: Anymore
Magnavox __ was the 1st video game console.: Odyssey
Julian __, Wikileaks cyberactivist.: Assange
Calculates insurance risks.: Actuary
Massive stretch of treeless land.: Prairie
Leafy vegetable, iceberg is one type.: Lettuce
Type of paint mixed with water and egg.: Tempera
Joint of the finger bones.: Knuckle
Female western, Annie Oakley was one.: Cowgirl
In this film Dustin Hoffman’s character has autism.: Rain man
Name or assign someone to a position.: Appoint
Disease that causes loss of taste function.: Ageusia
Fish also known as sea needle.: Garfish
Puzzle 3 Answers
Italian dish made with braised veal shanks.: Ossobuco
Pound __, Britain’s highly valued currency.: Sterling
Someone who creates musical scores.: Composer
Japanese botanical nuisance.: Knotweed
Debbie __, actress of Singin’ in the Rain.: Reynolds
S. African country, capital is Gaborone.: Botswana
Cancer common in older men.: Prostate
Upper body part; joint that allows arm movement.: Shoulder
Jonathan Swift’s satire about this person’s travels.: Gulliver
Cryptography is the study of decoding secret __.: Messages
Puzzle 4 Answers
GMT comes from this Royal Observatory.: Greenwich
Hormone that regulates sleep.: Melatonin
__ Pope, second only to Shakespeare in being quoted.: Alexander
Jack __, wide-mouthed joker before Ledger.: Nicholson
Port __, regulates transportation infrastructure.: Authority
Wind instrument aka mouth organ.: Harmonica
Heated pool with swirling water.: Whirlpool
Giving up something you care about.: Sacrifice
Founder and CEO of Amazon.: Jeff bezos
Sports injury; projections often at the joints.: Bone spurs
Head of a school.: Principal
Klee painted Insula __.: Dulcamara
A flower-based liquid used in cosmetics.: Rose water
Puzzle 5 Answers
According to the law, officially sanctioned.: De jure
Something to put money, cards, and other items in.: Wallet
Martial art that has a cartoon panda practitioner.: Kung fu
__ of Sion, French fraternity that was a hoax.: Priory
__ 7 was the first successful artificial heart.: Jarvik
To ask a fee or price for something.: Charge
Rudolf __ invented this type of engine in 1893.: Diesel
Intriguing primates from Madagascar.: Lemurs
Japanese art form using small trees.: Bonsai
The Count of Monte __, Dumas adventure novel.: Cristo
General understanding, idea of something.: Notion
To take in without reflection, soak up.: Absorb
Group 58
Puzzle 1 Answers
Kernels that puff up when heated.: Popcorn
Tried to rescue Eurydice.: Orpheus
David __, resigned as UK’s PM after the Brexit.: Cameron
Branch of math; uses letters representing numbers.: Algebra
Disconcerted, embarassed, ashamed of.: Abashed
Tiny sacs of air in the lungs.: Alveoli
Mad Men was named after ad men on this NY avenue.: Madison
2010 Disney movie based on Rapunzel.: Tangled
Opal with a glassy appearance and fluorescent.: Hyalite
Gourd rattles filled with seeds to keep rhythm.: Maracas
Gloves with the fingers in one area.: Mittens
Hereditary warrior class in ancient Japan.: Samurai
Puzzle 2 Answers
Galaxy that contains the Solar System.: Milky way
Yellow pigmentation of the skin.: Jaundice
To take money out of the bank.: Withdraw
Romanian gymnast who got the perfect score.: Comaneci
The capital of India.: New delhi
Whoopi __, 80s comedian, co-host of The View.: Goldberg
Nymph of Artemis turned into a bear.: Callisto
Trouser suspenders, once.: Galluses
The amount or number of something.: Quantity
__ Benz, Janis Joplin’s final song.: Mercedes
Trick-taking card game.: Pinochle
Someone who works as what Dora the cartoon does.: Explorer
Religious sacrament, contract between two people.: Marriage
Bronte love story with Mr. Rochester.: Jane eyre
Ventilation from the top of the house.: Attic fan
Empty tomb or monument erected in memory of someone.: Cenotaph
Really fast runners.: Cheetahs
Puzzle 3 Answers
It’s a __ Life, classic Christmas movie.: Wonderful
Spray blown from waves.: Spindrift
Some are wise and some are __.: Otherwise
Pea-sized gland controls growth, blood pressure.: Pituitary
__ disc, distant circumstellar disc in Solar System.: Scattered
Another name for the Prime Minister of Ireland.: Taoiseach
Bugs Bunny archenemy that had a speech impediment.: Elmer fudd
Percussion instrument from Mexico.: Tamborita
Written and printed publisher’s opinion.: Editorial
Device that sends electrical shocks to the heart.: Pacemaker
Someone who works with or carves wood.: Carpenter
Puzzle with letters and black squares.: Crossword
Ancient Roman province in present-day Portugal.: Lusitania
Anagram of cart horse.: Orchestra
A kettle spout; a man’s nose; an insect’s __.: Proboscis
Off-hand, unrehearsed.: Impromptu
Kitchen utensils made of wood.: Treenware
Puzzle 4 Answers
Life-threatening condition aka blood poisoning.: Sepsis
James Nasmyth invented the steam __ in 1839.: Hammer
Passage of water connecting two larger ones.: Strait
What a rotten apple spoils.: Barrel
Usually indelible design on the skin.: Tattoo
Three-legged frame used for picture taking.: Tripod
Ancient queen of Persia who has a Bible book.: Esther
Money made from a job or business.: Income
Way of acting, doing something, speaking.: Manner
Brazilian mountainside slum.: Favela
Creamy salad named after an Italian American chef.: Caesar
Puzzle 5 Answers
Bury this weapon to make peace.: Hatchet
Expensive smelling underground fungus.: Truffle
Cats collectively.: Clowder
Self-punishment undertaken to atone for sin.: Penance
Phenomenon studied by Galileo, Newton and Einstein.: Gravity
Makeup to enhance the eye.: Mascara
Explosive cocktail.: Molotov
A person who rules a kingdom or empire.: Monarch
The one the groom relies on to have his back.: Best man
Monster mix of lion, goat, and snake in mythology.: Chimera
Determination of who keeps a minor child.: Custody
Newly enlisted military member.: Recruit
Large impressive residence, celebrities’ house.: Mansion
Hitchcock’s masterpiece with James Stewart.: Vertigo
An abolitionist fought against this.: Slavery
__ Achenbach was a German landscape painter.: Andreas
Tough decision between equally unfavourable choices.: Dilemma
Group 59
Puzzle 1 Answers
Goblets and wine glasses.: Stemware
Making something equal, even, uniform.: Leveling
This folk dance can get pretty loud.: Clogging
Item used to enter information into a computer.: Terminal
Loose pants with a bib and suspenders.: Overalls
__ Bob, Bart’s stalker voiced by Kelsey Grammer.: Sideshow
The sound of h as in hag.: Aspirate
Band of tissue used to connect bones.: Ligament
Rich tomato sauce used in Italian dishes.: Pomodoro
Beautiful woman; consciousness-stealing punch.: Knockout
The Usual __, gave Kevin Spacey an Oscar.: Suspects
Removing plaque from the teeth at the dentist.: Cleaning
The original drummer for The Beatles.: Pete best
Puzzle 2 Answers
Dies for the love of himself.: Narcissus
Island country including Java.: Indonesia
This type of cooking uses minimal amount of oil.: Pan frying
__ of Soul, James Brown’s nickname.: Godfather
__ Dogs, Tarantino crime thriller.: Reservoir
__ Engels, writer on the English working classes.: Friedrich
DJ who contributed to popularize rock and roll.: Alan freed
Tissue that is present in joints, rib cage, ears.: Cartilage
In electricity, the opposite of a conductor.: Insulator
Liver disease comes in B and C forms.: Hepatitis
Place for keeping things for future use.: Storeroom
The wife of a viceroy.: Vicereine
Puzzle 3 Answers
Comedian in a castle.: Jester
A person who has written a book.: Author
Britney __, pop princess who once shaved her head.: Spears
Dairy much used in French cuisine.: Butter
To decapitate someone.: Behead
William Otis invented the steam __ in 1839.: Shovel
String of beads for Hail Marys and Lord’s Prayers.: Rosary
Punctuation to stress certain letters.: Accent
Type of barrels used in the first diving bells.: Wooden
A soft gentle breeze, car model.: Zephyr
Outermost major moon of Uranus.: Oberon
Puzzle 4 Answers
Feline beauty contest.: Cat show
To fix foods to be eaten.: Prepare
Multi-sided flat shape.: Polygon
Mechanism that throws empty shells from a gun.: Ejector
Act of doing something exactly like someone else.: Copying
Chinese game played by four similar to rummy.: Mahjong
1981 game to get an amphibian across a street.: Frogger
Throat lymphoid tissues often surgically removed.: Tonsils
Luxurious in style, design.: Elegant
First successful gas __ was invented in 1903.: Turbine
Singer, actress, feminist and top-selling artist.: Beyonce
To get better from a medical illness.: Recover
Public sale giving goods to the highest bidder.: Auction
Widespread African language.: Swahili
Puzzle 5 Answers
A family of aliens with bald conical heads.: Coneheads
Someone legally qualified to be a doctor.: Physician
This battle crushed the Incan empire.: Cajamarca
Not hardcover, book that becomes damaged easier.: Paperback
Australian sponge cake dessert covered in coconut.: Lamington
Western movie legend aka Duke.: John wayne
Aguilera, Mya, Pink and Lil Kim mix, Lady __.: Marmalade
Central heating system of ducts and vents.: Forced air
Longest reigning British monarch, Queen __ II.: Elizabeth
Gymnastic ability, particularly in the air.: Acrobatic
Abetment, intrigue.: Collusion
Opera singer known as the “Swedish Nightingale”.: Jenny lind
Old-fashioned delivery of postal messages.: Snail mail
Atop Mount Titano.: San marino
Study of language in written historical sources.: Philology
Group 60
Puzzle 1 Answers
The __ retriever is one of the most popular dogs.: Labrador
The very essence of something.: Quiddity
It was lost when Milton wrote about it.: Paradise
A Swedish turnip.: Rutabaga
Bringing air into the lungs; breathing process.: Inhaling
Image of Jesus on the cross.: Crucifix
The word nice comes from a Latin word meaning this.: Ignorant
Italian artist and inventor, __ da Vinci.: Leonardo
Character in Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing.: Beatrice
Death of living cells and tissues by many causes.: Necrosis
Not capable of dying; everlasting.: Immortal
Historical military weapon; throws stones, missiles.: Ballista
Company or group controlling all the market.: Monopoly
Van __, was in love with brown-eyed girls.: Morrison
An elevated region, plateau, mountain region.: Highland
Someone who prays at an assembly, hospital.: Chaplain
Type of needle found in the kitchen.: Trussing
Puzzle 2 Answers
Filmmaking process used by Pixar; Up, Toy Story.: Animation
Small French cake baked in a shell-like shape.: Madeleine
Chaos theory effect, small change, future result.: Butterfly
Lined card to organize information pre-Internet.: Index card
Was a bit too dramatic on stage.: Overacted
A device that sprays water.: Sprinkler
Coral that lives on rocky areas; aka vase or turban.: Pagoda cup
The back part of the body.: Posterior
Rio de Janeiro’s tourist attraction.: Sugar loaf
Alexander __, Swedish actor of True Blood.: Skarsgard
Group of people that come together for an occasion.: Gathering
Games played on a rectangular table with balls.: Billiards
State of being untrue.: Falsehood
Construction equipment with a big bucket to dig.: Excavator
In Britain, book identifier in a library shelf.: Pressmark
Old-time facial hair, long, upward moustache.: Handlebar
Soft animal toy named after American president.: Teddy bear
A small flute.: Flageolet
Zion.: Jerusalem
Puzzle 3 Answers
Glazed aperture.: Window
Soak in hot water to release the flavour.: Infuse
Heavenly, God-like intervention.: Divine
German word for emperor; Caesar.: Kaiser
Fast learners are quick on the __.: Uptake
Area that contains your vocal cords.: Larynx
__ Wyatt, poet imprisoned, accused of adultery.: Thomas
Dracula’s sleeping place, aka casket.: Coffin
Victorian watch chain.: Albert
Gigantic grey wolf from Inuit mythology.: Amarok
What comes after fall.: Winter
Excessive pride in one’s appearance or qualities.: Vanity
Dwarf leopard of Central and South America.: Ocelot
The fear of being __ alive is called taphephobia.: Buried
Mega online shop; first started with books.: Amazon
Lilongwe is the capital of __.: Malawi
Device used to clean air or fuel in a car.: Filter
Gas used to fill balloons; makes voice funny.: Helium
Traditional stringed Chinese instrument.: Jiaohu
Christopher’s loveable friend, honey aficionado.: Winnie
Puzzle 4 Answers
One of the oldest inhabited cities in the world.: Damascus
Barely understood, sometimes removed organ.: Appendix
If it’s as dead as a __, then it’s dead indeed.: Doornail
Judge’s decision, people cannot talk about a case.: Gag order
To prepare food so as to avoid decomposition.: Preserve
Mark out as evil, stigmatize.: Demonize
IBM competitor semiconductor business.: Qualcomm
Space by a hearth.: Fireside
Ryan Reynolds’ 2016 superhero movie.: Deadpool
AIDS: acquired immunodeficiency __.: Syndrome
He gives name to a constant involving molecules.: Avogadro
Vessels are taken there for repair.: Shipyard
Upright, up and down, not horizontal.: Vertical
Winter game, __ fight.: Snowball
Lively couples dance from Spain since 1700s.: Fandango
Mrs. __, is loved more than she will know.: Robinson
Puzzle 5 Answers
This paddle sport can be also called crew.: Rowing
__ vs. __, won the Academy Awards in 1980.: Kramer
Aorta is the largest one in the body.: Artery
Airplane manufacturer, famous for 747.: Boeing
First treaty to divide the Carolingian Empire.: Verdun
Chinese assortment of fried dumplings.: Dim sum
Message boards, online discussion sites.: Forums
__ of Wrath, Steinbeck novel on the Dust Bowl.: Grapes
The Last __, iconic meal with Jesus and disciples.: Supper
Area between two mountains or hills.: Valley
Substance that catalyzes chemical reactions.: Enzyme
To voluntarily sign up for military service.: Enlist
Forever.: Always
Showing humble views of merits or ego; no vanity.: Modest
Hot __, kid’s game of tossing tuber.: Potato
Large animals used for riding.: Horses
Composer who refused ever to make an opera.: Brahms