Good __, bad ___ (classic routine) NYT

The crossword clue "Good __, bad ___ (classic routine)" with the answer "COP" refers to the classic comedy routine performed by the comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. In their skit, they humorously play off the archetypes of "good cop" and "bad cop," where one character is friendly and lenient while the other is harsh and intimidating. The term "COP" fits into the blank spaces as both parts of the routine involve interactions with a police officer, thus "Good Cop, Bad Cop" becomes a recognizable and humorous reference.

The crossword clue "Good __, bad ___ (classic routine)" with the answer "GUY" refers to the classic "Good Cop, Bad Cop" routine, which involves one character playing a friendly, understanding role (the good guy) and another playing a harsh, intimidating role (the bad guy). It reflects a common dramatic or comedic scenario where contrasting personalities are used to achieve a goal or elicit a reaction.

The crossword clue "Good __, bad ___ (classic routine)" with the answer "TEAM" refers to various contexts, including sports or other competitive scenarios, where one team is perceived as positive or skilled ("good team") and the other as less favorable or less skilled ("bad team"). The concept is similar to the "good cop, bad cop" routine but applied to teams or groups rather than individual roles.

The crossword clue "Good __, bad ___ (classic routine)" with the answer "FRIEND" refers to a scenario where one friend is supportive and positive ("good friend") while the other is problematic or negative ("bad friend"). It highlights the contrast between supportive and unsupportive relationships, similar to how the "good cop, bad cop" routine contrasts two different approaches.