They help beat the heat (Abbr.) Crossword Clue

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They help beat the heat (Abbr.) Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

THEY (pronoun)
1. The plural of he, she, or it. They is never used adjectively, but always as a pronoun proper, and sometimes refers to persons without an antecedent expressed.
BEAT (noun)
1. a regular route for a sentry or policeman
2. the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart
BEAT (verb)
1. come out better in a competition, race, or conflict
2. make a rhythmic sound
BEAT (adjective)
1. very tired

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More USA Today Crossword (10/23/2026) Answers

Across

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17. Think highly of

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20. Annual pilgrimage to Mecca

22. It's the absolute worst

24. Small, plumlike fruit

25. Half of a huge cost?

26. Note between fa and la

27. Roll of cash

29. "That's well within our abilities!"

34. Jigsaw puzzle part

36. "The Tell-Tale Heart" author

37. Fundraising event, maybe

38. Does more than just tear up

39. Word after "top" or "perfect"

40. Unserious

41. October birthstone

42. Place to go in London?

43. Cozy hotel amenities

44. Place to begin a mountain ascent

46. Dwindle

47. A driving need for some people

48. Abbr. in many company names

50. Research sites

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58. The "grand slam" of showbiz awards, for short

59. Not looking good

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66. "Come on!"

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Down

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2. Popular font

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6. Private teacher

7. Fowl language?

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9. Sharp taste

10. Instead

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14. Half of a huge cost?

18. En ___

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23. Part of a seating assignment

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32. Pub offerings

33. Vote against

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35. "As ___ saying . . ."

38. Float up and down

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42. Light show components

43. Bureaucratic obstacle

45. Train segment

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54. In awe

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61. Airport safety org.

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