Feb 14 clues & answers
Every clue of this Indian mini crossword by Mangesh Ghogre, with the answer and, where it helps, how the wordplay works. Solve it yourself first: the puzzle is open to subscribers.
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1A
"Pehla Nasha" emotion
LOVE
“Pehla Nasha” captures the excitement of falling in love for the first time. LOVE is the emotion at the heart of the song.
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5A
Australian cricketing legend Warne
SHANE
Shane Warne was an Australian cricketing legend. His first name, Shane, fits the answer.
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6A
Stand for a portrait
EASEL
An easel is a stand that holds a canvas or picture upright. Artists often use one when painting a portrait.
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7A
Japanese rival of Nike
ASICS
ASICS is a Japanese company that makes athletic shoes and sportswear. It competes with Nike in the global sportswear market.
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8A
To-do, like bringing flowers for your valentine
TASK
A “to-do” is another word for a task. Bringing flowers for your valentine is something you need to do.
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1D
Capital of Tibet
LHASA
Lhasa is the capital of Tibet. It is the region’s largest city and an important cultural center.
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2D
Where to have a drink with a date?
OASIS
An oasis is a place in the desert where you can find water and have a drink. “Date” can also mean a romantic outing, making an oasis a fitting place to share one.
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3D
T-shirt style
VNECK
A V-neck is a T-shirt style with a neckline shaped like the letter V. It’s a common alternative to a round neckline.
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4D
Snaky swimmers
EELS
Eels have long, narrow bodies that look like snakes. They swim through rivers and oceans, so “snaky swimmers” describes them well.
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5D
Hot ___: Prized location on KBC
SEAT
“Hot seat” is the spot where a contestant sits to play KBC. It’s a prized place because it gives them the chance to win money.