What are the directors words at the end of a take nyt?

[AlexaSmith]

I’m solving a clue called directors words at the end of a take nyt and believe it’s film-set related. It sounds like a common phrase. I just want to confirm I’m thinking correctly. Any help?

 

[Elias]

I was solving a NYT crossword and got the clue directors words at the end of a take nyt. I’m guessing it’s something common said on set, but I can’t remember the exact phrase. Any ideas?

 

[jamerober]

This one’s pretty classic. The answer usually refers to what directors say after a scene ends — something like “cut” or “that’s a wrap.” It signals the actors and crew to stop filming.

 

[Ernest]

Ah, that makes sense! So the directors words at the end of a take nyt aren’t really a secret phrase — just the literal term used on set. Makes the clue tricky but fair.

 

[Olive]

Exactly, NYT loves these literal clues. Once you think about what a director actually says to signal the end, it clicks. “Cut” is super common and fits the style.

 

[WiltonRoan]

Sometimes it could also be “roll sound” or “print it,” but in crossword terms, the simplest, most common one usually wins. That’s why they asked for directors words at the end of a take nyt.