| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Bozo, and a feature of 17-, 28-, and 46-Across | LA Times Daily | 01 Jul 2025 |
| A fool to laugh at the boss (11) | ||
| Numbskull | New York Times | 09 Sep 2024 |
| Not so smart with a little laughter? | Universal | 03 Apr 2017 |
| Not so smart with a little laughter? | ||
| Bozo | ||
| Nitwit | ||
| Nitwit | ||
| Nincompoop | ||
| Dolt or rockfish | ||
| Black-bellied plover. |