Our USA Today Crossword Hints for February 13, 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, February 13, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 2/13/26. 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. Unruly throng of fans
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4A. Sweetheart
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7A. Took command of
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10A. Salad green that Brits call "rocket"
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12A. In times past
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13A. Lively Irish dance
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16A. Some vacation destinations
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17A. Hero by another name
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19A. Elaborate hairdos
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20A. "Did I overshare?"
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22A. Firebug's crime
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23A. Org. with a phonetic alphabet
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25A. Actress de Armas
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27A. Bit of land off the coast
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28A. "As ___ usual"
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29A. The "R" of URL
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32A. Field trip vehicle
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33A. Societal woes
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34A. Judged to be
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37A. Tax org.
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38A. Dish for single-serving desserts
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40A. Ferris wheel unit
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41A. State known for Tillamook cheese
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43A. Softball glove
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44A. Sob
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45A. Psychological trick
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47A. Buddy
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48A. Hikers' aids
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50A. Opposite of "non"
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51A. Real go-getter
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53A. "In memoriam" bios
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55A. North Pole staffer
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57A. "You're wrong!"
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60A. Sports shirts for ice hockey teams
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62A. "We're currently serving" sign
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64A. Shout for a bailaora
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65A. Karuka or cashew, e.g.
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66A. French onion soup cheese
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67A. Private Insta chats
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68A. ___ up (absorb)
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69A. Likely response to "Do you want to watch the Olympics?
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1D. "Stick" actor Maron
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2D. Cookie first produced in Chelsea
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3D. Conglomerate built by a mogul
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4D. Go "pop"
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5D. ___-weeklies (indie newspapers)
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6D. Reno-to-Denver direction
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7D. Like around 70% of Miami residents
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8D. Impetus behind bragging, often
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9D. Cartoon explorer
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11D. Make it big
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13D. "Beautiful Soul" singer
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14D. Olympic athlete with a fan page, e.g.
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15D. "This has ___ too far!"
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18D. Number in a quote
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21D. Message with many recipients
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24D. City near Disney World
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26D. Reviewed, like financial records
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28D. Hum, like an engine
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30D. Tree vulnerable to bark beetles
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31D. Payment to a landlord
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32D. Profile blurb
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33D. Mineral in red meat
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35D. Noble above a viscount
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36D. Like plain crackers
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39D. Snowboarding great Chloe
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42D. Main ideas
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46D. Visitors on talk shows
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47D. Flower symbolizing wealth and honor in China
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48D. Garlicky Cuban sauce
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49D. Cain's brother
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52D. Do better than
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54D. Ship off
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56D. ___ up (gets steamy)
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58D. Like feet after a long hike
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59D. Has bills to pay
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61D. "Ooh, so tasty!"
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63D. Seasoned vet
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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