The Guardian Quick Crossword Puzzle Solution : April 22nd 2024
by Sangeetha M | Updated Apr 22, 2024
Crosswords are games that will help you to improve your thinking and concentration skills ,as you play. We can play the game from anywhere , and at any time with our comfort. We will be able to learn one new word, as the topic changes daily. Try playing the game and you will start liking it.
Bear' of mountainous China
PANDA
The giant panda is famously known as the "bear" native to the mountainous regions of central China, particularly in Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu provinces. It is recognized worldwide for its distinctive black and white coloring and its diet primarily of bamboo. Thus, the term "PANDA" directly answers the description of the "bear" of mountainous China.
Animal's waste parts
OFFAL
Offal refers to the internal organs and entrails of a butchered animal, which are often used as food in various cuisines. These parts are considered waste in some contexts but are valued as edible and nutritious in others. "OFFAL" is the correct term to describe these parts, making it the fitting answer to the question.
Battle – Abba hit
WATERLOO
"Waterloo" was a major hit song by the Swedish pop group ABBA, which also served as their breakout song in international music, particularly after winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974. The song's title refers to the Battle of Waterloo, where Napoleon Bonaparte was defeated. Hence, "WATERLOO" seamlessly links the concept of a battle with the ABBA hit.
Bed banter
PILLOWTALK
Pillow talk refers to the private conversations that happen between people in bed, often in a romantic or intimate context. These conversations can be about personal subjects or casual banter. "PILLOWTALK" is therefore the ideal answer to the clue, capturing the essence of casual or intimate conversations in bed.
Biased – as a Mobius strip?
ONESIDED
A Mobius strip is a surface with only one side and one boundary, which is a mathematical curiosity and often used as an analogy in different contexts. The clue cleverly plays on the words by using "biased" (meaning favoring one side) alongside the description of a Mobius strip, which literally has only one side. Therefore, "ONESIDED" is the perfect answer as it captures both the literal and metaphorical meanings suggested by the clue.
Broad sash
CUMMERBUND
A cummerbund is a broad waist sash, particularly worn with men's formal wear, typically around the waist to enhance the formal attire such as tuxedos. It serves both as a fashion statement and a functional garment piece to streamline the profile above the waist of the trousers. "CUMMERBUND" correctly identifies this broad sash used in formal dress.
Dish baked in small mould
RAMEKIN
A ramekin is a small ceramic or glass bowl used for cooking and serving various dishes, notably baked ones like soufflés or crème brûlée. It's particularly designed for individual servings and is used in the oven to mold and maintain the shape of the dish as it cooks. Thus, "RAMEKIN" is the precise term for a dish baked in small moulds.
Distinctive monument
LANDMARK
A landmark refers to a recognizable, distinctive monument or feature that is easily seen and recognized, often used as a navigation aid in geographical and urban contexts. Landmarks can include historic, architectural, or naturally significant structures and features that stand out in an area. "LANDMARK" aptly describes a distinctive monument as mentioned in the clue.
Jackass
HALFWIT
In colloquial usage, "jackass" is a term used pejoratively to describe someone who is acting foolishly, similarly to the word "halfwit," which refers to a person of below average intelligence or someone acting foolishly or imprudently. Both terms denote lack of wisdom or common sense.
Magnificence
GRANDEUR
"Grandeur" refers to splendor and impressiveness, especially of appearance or style. It perfectly captures the essence of "magnificence," which describes something that is grand, majestic, or superior in quality.
Moo-er meat
BEEF
A "moo-er" is a colloquial way to describe a cow, which is the source animal for beef. Thus, "beef" is the correct term for meat that comes from a cow.
Moral (anag.)
MOLAR
By rearranging the letters of "moral," you get "molar," which is a type of large tooth at the back of the mouth, adept at grinding food.
Plantagenet claimant to the throne
RICHARDOFYORK
Richard of York was a notable figure from the Plantagenet dynasty who claimed the English throne during the Wars of the Roses. His claim led to significant conflicts and ultimately influenced the line of succession in English royalty.
Portuguese coin
EURO
Since 2002, the euro has been the official currency of Portugal, replacing the Portuguese escudo. Thus, "euro" is the correct modern answer for a Portuguese coin.
Repetition of one or two notes, rapidly
TREMOLO
Tremolo is a musical term describing the rapid repetition of one or two notes to create a trembling effect in the tone, commonly used in string instruments as well as in vocal performances.
Rite (anag.)
TIER
"Tier" is an anagram of "rite," meaning a level or layer. This answers the question directly as an anagram rearrangement.
Sarnie
BUTTY
"Butty" is a British slang term for a sandwich ("sarnie" is also slang for sandwich), typically referring to simple sandwiches like the chip butty, which includes chips (fries) between slices of buttered bread.
Shakespearean mentioned by actors at their peril
MACBETH
"Macbeth" is often referred to as "the Scottish play" by actors, who consider it bad luck to say its name inside a theatre. This superstition makes "Macbeth" the answer to the question regarding a Shakespearean play mentioned by actors at their peril.
Skid-lid
HELMET
"Skid-lid" is slang for a helmet, particularly a motorcycle helmet, used to protect the head in the event of a skid or crash.
Treeless Arctic biome
TUNDRA
The tundra is a vast, flat, treeless Arctic region in which the subsoil is permanently frozen. It is characterized by frost-molded landscapes, extremely low temperatures, little vegetation, and a short season of growth and reproduction.
Wise kings
MAGI
The Magi refers to the wise men, traditionally held to be three, who visited Jesus after his birth, bearing gifts. They are often called "kings" and are noted for their wisdom in following the star to Bethlehem.
Wit who asked 'Where's the man could ease a heart like a satin gown?'
DOROTHYPARKER
Dorothy Parker was a renowned American poet, writer, critic, and satirist known for her sharp wit and wisecracks. This specific quote reflects her style of blending humor with introspective and sometimes poignant observations, identifying her as the speaker of the quoted line.
