Katie Hale’s New York Times crossword, “Because I Said So!” —Nate’s write-up
Parents and chasers of private greatest occasions, prepare – that is your puzzle!
09.18.22 Sunday New York Times Puzzle
– 22A: I’LL TURN THIS CAR AROUND [Mechanic’s go-to parenting phrase?]
– 37A: SIT UP STRAIGHT [Personal trainer’s go-to parenting phrase?]
– 55A: DON’T USE THAT TONE WITH ME [Conductor’s go-to parenting phrase?]
– 79A: I TOLD YOU A HUNDRED TIMES [Mathematician’s go-to parenting phrase?]
– 100A: YOU’RE GROUNDED [Air traffic controller’s go-to parenting phrase?]
– 117A: LET’S PLAY THE QUIET GAME [Librarian’s go-to parenting phrase?]
In my thoughts, that is what makes for a beautiful Sunday puzzle – a enjoyable theme, trendy fill, and a easy remedy general! Even when there have been some difficult or much less widespread entries, the crossings felt gettable. I’m guessing there’ll be many PRs or tremendous fast remedy occasions. Heck, this puzzle solely took me 11 minutes to unravel whereas concurrently chasing my canine round our yard. Congrats to the constructor on a enjoyable puzzle! Even with simply six themer, you’ll be able to actually have a puzzle that shines – YOU’RE GROUNDED was very a lot my favourite themer.
Quick write-up as we speak due to night plans, however I’m glad I bought to share within the pleasure of fixing this puzzle with y’all. Can you consider every other phrases dad and mom say on a regular basis that may very well be repurposed for a theme like this? If so, tell us within the feedback. Otherwise, have a beautiful upcoming week!
