WSJ Crossword 

May 3, 2021

Mike Shenk

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The answers to the first six clues will have something in common - hinted at by the seventh clue.

1. Lead player in an orchestra section

2. Judge or criticize after the fact

3. "Hot corner" in baseball

4. The press and other media, in one context

5. Type of loan, often offered to seniors

6. Gray and beige

7. Popular BBC show about cars

Answers:

 

1. First chair

2. Second guess

3. Third base

4. Fourth estate

5. Reverse mortgage

6. Neutral colors

7. Top Gear

 

Puzzle title: SHIFT KEY