Item smashed before a ships maiden voyage NYT crossword answer is:
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The New York Times crossword clue for April 24, 2023 is "Item smashed before a ship's maiden voyage". This clue is referring to the traditional maritime practice of breaking a bottle of champagne against the hull of a ship before its maiden voyage. This ritual is believed to bring good luck to the ship and its crew, and is often performed by the ship's sponsor or other dignitary.