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  • The answer is THESUBWAY because Chappell Roan's song title directly references the subway, fitting the clue. The New York Transit Museum is dedicated to subway history, making it a fitting filming location, reinforcing the connection between the song and the transit system.

  • The clue "Me and You and Everyone We Know?" uses a question mark, indicating wordplay. It refers to a collective group that includes all people. "Me," "you," and "everyone we know" together represent humanity, making the answer "HUMANRACE," which encompasses all humans collectively.

  • The clue "Stances" refers to one's positions or perspectives on a topic, which aligns with "ATTITUDES." Both words convey how someone views or approaches something, whether physically (as in posture) or mentally (as in opinion or outlook). Thus, ATTITUDES is a fitting synonym.

  • The clue "The mission is complete" directly describes something finished or accomplished. The phrase "It's done" is a natural, conversational way to declare that a task or mission is completed, making ITSDONE a fitting and literal answer for this clue.

  • CDs (compact discs) have a shiny, reflective surface designed to read data with lasers. This same surface can reflect light effectively, making them useful as makeshift reflectors. The term "pieces of tech" references their technological purpose, while the pun in the clue hints at their unexpected alternate use.

  • The clue "Person who takes a ride?" ends with a question mark, signaling wordplay. A "car thief" literally “takes” a vehicle (a ride) without permission. The pun lies in interpreting "takes a ride" not as a legitimate act of travel but as theft of the vehicle.

  • The band "Yo La Tengo" got its name from a baseball anecdote. An outfielder shouted "¡Yo la tengo!" (Spanish for "I’ve got it!") to avoid collisions with a Spanish-speaking teammate. This playful story inspired the name, linking the clue's reference to shouting and the band.

  • The clue "Living situation?" with a question mark hints at a pun or wordplay. "Living" refers to life, and an ECOSYSTEM is a biological community where living organisms interact with their environment, a perfect "situation" for life to exist. Thus, ECOSYSTEM fits the clue cleverly.

  • The clue "Summer's end?" with a question mark signals wordplay. Here, "Summer" can hint at arithmetic (a "summer" adds things up). The "end" suggests the result of addition, which is the TOTAL of the sum. It’s a clever pun on the word "summer."

  • The phrase "___ y plata" is in Spanish, signaling that the answer is also in Spanish. Montana's state motto, "Oro y plata," translates to "Gold and silver" in English. Therefore, the missing word is "Oro," meaning "gold." This reflects Montana's mining history.

Down

  • "Kaeng-lueang" is a Thai term referring to "yellow curry," a classic dish in Thai cuisine. Since the clue directly references this traditional dish's origin, the correct answer is THAI, denoting the cuisine associated with "Kaeng-lueang."

  • The answer is HUTT because Pizza the Hutt is a pun on Jabba the Hutt, a character from Star Wars. In Spaceballs (a parody movie), Pizza the Hutt is a pizza-themed character spoofing Jabba, making it a humorous wordplay fitting the clue.

  • The clue "Some ER characters" refers to individuals associated with emergency settings, as "ER" stands for Emergency Room. EMTS (Emergency Medical Technicians) are key professionals in such scenarios. Thus, "characters" cleverly alludes to these real-life roles tied to the emergency medical field.

  • The clue "Stated" directly means "expressed in words." The answer "SAID" is a synonym for "stated," as both refer to conveying something verbally or explicitly. It’s a straightforward clue with no extra wordplay, relying on their close meanings.

  • The answer "UNTO" fits as it is a preposition frequently used in Biblical language, often meaning "to" or "toward." It appears in scripture in phrases like "give unto others" or "unto the Lord," reflecting its traditional, archaic usage specific to Biblical texts.

  • The clue "Events that might be bottomless?" includes a pun. "Bottomless" refers to the popular "bottomless brunches," where unlimited drinks like mimosas are often served. These social dining events make "BRUNCHES" the fitting answer, connecting the wordplay and the concept of limitless beverages.

  • "Got involved with" is figurative language for engaging or immersing oneself in something. "Waded into" aligns as it describes the act of entering or involving oneself in a situation, akin to stepping into water. This metaphor effectively matches the clue's intention.

  • ACE is short for asexual, a sexual orientation characterized by little or no sexual attraction to others. The black-gray-white-and-purple pride flag represents asexuality, with each color symbolizing aspects of the asexual spectrum and community. The clue connects the flag to its associated orientation.

  • The clue "Can I help you?" ... or an answer to "Can I help you?" uses wordplay and a conversational context. When asked "Can I help you?", a common response is "YES". The clue's structure cleverly ties the phrase to both a question and its simplest affirmative answer, making "YES" the perfect fit.

  • The answer is SEGER because Bob Seger is a renowned musician known for his contributions to roots rock, a genre emphasizing traditional rock origins. His iconic hits like "Night Moves" and "Old Time Rock and Roll" exemplify the genre, making him a "big name" in roots rock music.

  • The answer is COCO because it's a Pixar movie set in Mexico that explores Dia de los Muertos. Frida Kahlo is featured as a character in the Land of the Dead, reflecting her cultural significance and artistic legacy, fitting the theme of remembrance and family central to the movie.

  • The clue "I get that ___" uses conversational phrasing, suggesting the answer is something commonly said in casual speech. The phrase "I get that A LOT" is a natural, colloquial expression used to indicate frequent occurrence, making "ALOT" the correct solution.

  • The Latin phrase "Tabula Rasa" translates to "blank slate," referring to the idea of starting fresh or without preconceived ideas. The clue "Tabula ___" directly points to "RASA" as it's the second word of this well-known philosophical term.

  • The clue "msg u soon" is written in text messaging shorthand. It translates to "message you soon," which aligns with the common texting abbreviation "TTYL"—meaning "Talk To You Later." The phrasing directly implies informal, abbreviated communication, matching TTYL perfectly.

  • FOMO stands for "Fear of Missing Out," an anxiety often triggered by social media, where curated posts of others’ activities or successes can create feelings of exclusion or inadequacy. The abbreviation in the clue ("abbr.") hints that the solution should be a shortened form, making FOMO the perfect fit.

  • The clue "To this point" refers to something that has occurred up until now or so far. The word "YET" is commonly used in this context, as in "It hasn't happened yet," meaning up to this point in time. Hence, "YET" fits perfectly.

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This Friday’s Atlantic puzzle offers a fun, culturally rich challenge. Today’s clues blend pop culture, language, and lateral thinking, ranging from music (THESUBWAY, SEGER) and film references (HUMANRACE, COCO) to wordplay and figurative language (ECOSYSTEM, WADEDINTO). Some entries rely on niche knowledge, like state mottos (ORO y plata) or pride flags (ACE), while others test familiarity with modern slang and digital culture (FOMO, TTYL). The puzzle balances clever misdirection with straightforward definitions, rewarding solvers who combine cultural literacy with careful parsing. It’s a compact, playful challenge that encourages both knowledge and creative thinking.

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