New Crossword Puzzle Debuts in NYT, A Vivacious Themeless Collaboration
• Article is a debut crossword puzzle by constructor Carolyn Davies Lynch, in collaboration with veteran constructor Jeff Chen
• Themeless grid described as vivacious and not too difficult for a Saturday puzzle
• Tricky clues discussed include ones involving BBC Radio, rocket science/brain surgery sayings, and football's "hail Mary" pass
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• Chen has helped dozens of new constructors get started in crosswords and has made over 150 NYT puzzles