USA Today Crossword August 16 2023 Answers (8/16/23)

Here are all of the answers to today's USA Today Crossword puzzle for August 16 2023 to help you finish it up!
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Our USA Today Crossword August 16, 2023 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. USA Today Crossword is a popular daily puzzle that tests the player’s vocabulary, spelling, and general knowledge skills. The puzzle is available in print and digital format and is enjoyed by people of all ages. The clues can range from easy to challenging and the player must use their critical thinking abilities to solve the puzzle. It is a great way to pass the time and challenge oneself.

USA Today Crossword August 16, 2023 Answers

If you need help solving the USA Today Crossword on 8/16/23, 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
Service animals that attended a relaxed performance of "Billy Elliot" to learn proper theater behavior
Resident of old Peru
Menzel who voiced Elsa in "Frozen"
Soothing plant
___ ex machina
Exorcism target
Something flown in the Festival of the Winds
Metal deposits
Full of attitude
Like a vetoed veto
___ v. Wade
Cups, saucers, kettle, etc.
Jerry's cartoon nemesis
Like a chapped lip
Upper limb
Celebrity
"Hijab Butch Blues" or "Becoming"
"Gangsta's Paradise" rapper
Sunrises
Veggie-based dessert similar to gajar ka halwa
Deck with Wands and Swords
Clown's height enhancer
Looked around in a store
May birthstone
Does some basic math
Lion's sound
Shorthand for a culinary staple
Reduced, like a list of possibilities
Martian, e.g.
Krispy ___ donuts
"Nasty"
Rule the ___
Ketchup on a carpet, for example
Actor Daniel ___ Kim
Prices
Stuff in museums
Cunning
People for whom two U.S. states are named
Musical with the song "I'd Do Anything"
"Yay us!"
Oracles
"You're not alone in that"
Niche enthusiast
Signaled
Good trait to have
Passports, e.g.
Near and ___ to my heart
"Definitely count me in!"
Piece of facial jewelry that might hang from a septum
"Whichever!"
Vacation destinations
Opposite of a snub, for short
Interfere in other people's business
Soph., jr. and sr.
Key in a computer combo
Shreds
Bistro bigwig
Lookout perch on a ship
Jackets, coats, ponchos, etc.
Piece of birthday mail that might have a musical chip
Yankee until '16
Low-lit
Sched. placeholder
Step on your pet's perfect little foot, say
Dweebs
Shirks
Lite
___ Kong (video game)
Main artery
Six-legged workers on a hill
Give off
Family room
Curved shape
British potty
Siri's platform

The USA Today Crossword is a daily crossword puzzle that is published in the USA Today newspaper and on its website. The puzzle is known for its contemporary and pop culture references, as well as its accessibility to solvers of all skill levels.

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The USA Today Crossword was first introduced in 2002, and has since become a popular source of entertainment and mental stimulation for crossword enthusiasts of all ages. The puzzle is created by a team of experienced crossword constructors, who are known for their creativity and skill in the field of crossword puzzles.

One of the unique features of the USA Today Crossword is its use of a non-standard grid, which can include circles or other shapes. This can make the puzzle even more challenging and interesting to solve. The puzzle also includes a variety of themed sections, which can add an extra layer of complexity to the solving experience.

If you’ve enjoyed this crossword, consider playing one of the other popular crosswords we cover, including: New York Times Crossword (and Mini), Daily Themed Crossword (and Mini), LA Times Crossword, and WSJ Crossword.

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Christine Mielke

Christine Mielke has been an avid fan of word games and puzzles for over two decades. She loves to unscramble words, challenge herself to crossword puzzles and try out the latest word games. As a published author and database architect, it was natural for her to take her love for all things word games to the next level!

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