NY Times Crossword

May 1, 2011

Xan Vangasthorn

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What familiar six-letter expression is suggested by the following clues?

 

1. SOUTH POLE

2. ABSOLUTE ZERO 

3. BOTTOM OF THE OCEAN

 

Answer:

 

"THERE'S NOWHERE TO GO BUT UP."

 

Puzzle title:
"LOOK ON THE BRIGHT SIDE!"