| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| RACE | Metaphor for an urgent need |
| DONOTPASSGO | Metaphor for an undesirable detour |
| BEARPIT | Metaphor for an aggressive political arena |
| POLE | Need for an Olympic vault |
| YOUKNOWTHEDRILL | "No need for an explanation" |
| APPLEID | Need for an iTunes Store account |
| OUTLET | You might need an adapter for one abroad |
| BRB | "I need to step away for a sec," in an IM |
