Our USA Today Crossword Hints for April 2, 2026 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a 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 Hints, April 2, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 4/2/26. The clues are listed below, and you can click/tap on a clue to go to its page for more detail, including definitions, but if you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letter by letter to still offer yourself more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
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1A. Huey's hairstyle on "The Boondocks"
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5A. Those in opposition
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10A. Cries loudly
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14A. Big hunk of butter
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15A. Get on, like a horse
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16A. Storytelling dance
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17A. Put on the wall
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18A. "Twisters" actress Daisy ___-Jones
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19A. People for whom a western U.S. state is named
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20A. Japanese money
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22A. Pumpkin seeds
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24A. Not drawing more cards, in poker
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29A. Had some overnight oats
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30A. Help out
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31A. Walk of Fame symbol
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32A. Made fun of
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34A. Absolute beginner
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36A. Cast-___ skillet
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38A. The Simpsons neighbor
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39A. Blend of spices applied to meat
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43A. Many April babies, astrologically
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44A. Moving like a show horse
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48A. Rules, for short
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49A. Contacts on Insta
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50A. Pumpernickel grain
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51A. Question to someone who's been a bit under the weather
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56A. Serving of whiskey
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59A. Where many connections are made
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60A. Zero in soccer
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61A. Spigot
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62A. Engagement ring unit
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64A. Understood but not said
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68A. "You ___ the worst!"
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69A. Enterprise competitor
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70A. Slowly undermine
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71A. Classic Pearl Jam album
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72A. Got started
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73A. Opposite of sparse
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1D. __ blonde
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2D. Reason for an annual jab
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3D. Vied for office
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4D. IUD prescriber
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5D. Fitness centers, Wi-Fi, pools, etc., for hotels
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6D. Nonverbal "yes"
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7D. ___ of war
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8D. Like some video game purchases
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9D. Use Hulu, say
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10D. Feng __
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11D. Scene in a blooper reel
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12D. Sounded sheepish
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13D. Delivered the attitude
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21D. Magazine VIPs
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23D. Salaried worker's perk, for short
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24D. ___ Francisco Bay Area
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25D. Clip for neckwear
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26D. Source of many pop-ups
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27D. Be a snitch
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28D. Makeup of some therapy sessions
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33D. "Closing Bell" network
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35D. Like neon colors
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37D. Charmingly geeky
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40D. “Kiss,” in Spanish
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41D. Name that's an anagram of "Norma"
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42D. Not appropriate
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45D. Fury
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46D. Bill ___ the Science Guy
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47D. Hair goop
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52D. Animal seen on some boat tours
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53D. Accessory that protects waves
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54D. Becoming author Michelle
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55D. A-line skirt feature
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56D. 'Now!'
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57D. Jackrabbit e.g.
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58D. Holding nothing back
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62D. Zin alternative
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63D. Heavy weight
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65D. Reason not to do something
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66D. Cards flashed at bars
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67D. Golf ball support
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.
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.
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