Universal Crossword January 7 2026 Answers (1/7/26)

Our Universal Crossword January 7, 2026 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The Universal Crossword is a syndicated crossword that is published across different apps and websites each day. It is created with a focus on clarity and simplicity, making it a great choice for both experienced and casual solvers.

Universal Crossword January 7, 2026 Answers

If you need help solving the Universal Crossword on 1/7/26, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need. You can search for the clue and then select the appropriate clue to get the answer. We have done it this way so that if you’re just looking for a handful of clues, you won’t spoil other ones you’re working on!

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#	Clue
1A	Skip past
5A	Sob
9A	Small demons
13A	Nickname that drops -las
14A	Something bid in France
16A	In ___ straits
17A	Colorful outfits at rodeos
19A	Gemstone that may have white bands
20A	College URL ending
21A	Possible identity of the Loch 18-Down Monster
22A	Sword handle
24A	Scale units, for short
26A	"Lost" had six
31A	Out-of-fashion practice?
34A	Rake in
35A	Joey of kid-lit
36A	Ajar, say
37A	Divine sign
39A	Low-ranking worker
40A	"Exit, pursued by a bear" and others
44A	All the rage
45A	"No ___, no fuss"
46A	Edge of a glass
47A	Some paints or pastels
48A	"___ and the Giant Peach"
50A	Members of a vocal minority
55A	Recluse
56A	Part of a tennis match
57A	Large, two-handled bag
59A	"Playtime's over!"
61A	2024 Miranda July novel ... and a hint to the ends of 17-, 26-, 40- and 50-Across
64A	Jot down, in music
65A	"Better Call ___"
66A	Call on
67A	___ out (displayed in a lighter font)
68A	Yolk-filled, maybe
69A	Do some undercover work
1D	On a single occasion
2D	Not too spicy
3D	"Food sounds OK"
4D	Haul
5D	Foundation
6D	18+
7D	Nintendo's "___ Sports"
8D	Allow
9D	Greatly admired celebrities
10D	Green, chunky ice cream flavor
11D	Ask nosy questions
12D	"___ and the City"
15D	Person who helps you find your place?
18D	See 21-Across
23D	Third-eldest Gallagher sibling on "Shameless"
25D	Microsoft search engine
27D	Takes a sharp turn
28D	Levelheaded
29D	12 p.m.
30D	Certain heirs
31D	Snack (on)
32D	___ and including
33D	Unit of a course or spacecraft
38D	Fails to hit
39D	One spelling for a cherry pepper
41D	Move abroad
42D	Study at the last minute
43D	Test proctor's cry
47D	Not mutual
48D	Traveler's tiredness
49D	Dark beers
50D	Spring romance, say
51D	Chopper part
52D	Meta app for pics
53D	Property contract
54D	Duffel bag attachment
58D	2025 award for the Philadelphia Eagles
60D	Crimson or scarlet
62D	Haul
63D	"That won't ___"

The Universal Crossword is a daily crossword puzzle that is syndicated to newspapers and online publications around the world. The puzzle is created by a team of experienced crossword constructors, who are known for their skill and creativity in the field of crossword puzzles.

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