14 Across

NYT Daily ? September 24, 2025

MacDowell of "Groundhog Day"

Answer:

ANDIE

Hint:

This actress also starred in 1980s classics like Sex, Lies, and Videotape and St. Elmo’s Fire—look for her first name.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Andie MacDowell, the actress who played Rita in the 1993 comedy Groundhog Day alongside Bill Murray. The first name "Andie" is the answer, as crossword clues often use last names to hint at first names when the person is well-known. It’s a straightforward reference to her role in a famous movie, so no wordplay is involved—just a direct connection between the actress and the film.

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General solving tip

Markers like 'var.' or 'alt. sp.' mean a variant spelling. Consider alternate forms (GRAY/GREY, EON/AEON) that fit the grid.

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