HYBRID CROSSINGS
LA Times Crossword
June 5, 2016
Paul Coulter (adapted)

Combine the two clue words to form a hybrid word that can be used in a familiar expression, as suggested by the clue. Wordplay is fair play.

1. SMOKE and FOG - Warning
2. RED and YELLOW - Football game
3. MULE and DONKEY - Something entirely different
4. SPOON and FORK - Decision time
5. SKIRT and SHORTS - Avoid discussing something
6. WEB and LOG - Certain spider's social medium

(Possible) Answers:

1. SMOG Alert
2. ORANGE Bowl
3. HORSE of a different color
4. SPORK in the road
5. SKORT the issue
6. Charlotte's BLOG