LA Times Crossword

September 21, 2025

Katy Steinmetz and Rich Katz  

 

The answer to each clue is a phrase you might hear in a bad cell phone connection.

 

1. "There's not enough chocolate for both of us."

 

2. "Our waiter is wearing leopard-print pants."

 

3. "Stop switching lanes so aggressively." 

 

4. "We could get separated in this crowd." 

 

5. "Our next flight leaves 10 minutes after we land."

 

6. "I've been to more enjoyable weddings."

 

7. "It sounds like that relationship is over." 

 

Answers:

 

1. I only have one bar.

2. The service is spotty.

3. You're cutting in and out.

4. I might lose you.

5. We have a bad connection.

6. The reception is weak.

7. You're breaking up.