Our USA Today Crossword Hints for February 27, 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 27, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 2/27/26. 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. Fictional pig who dreams of herding sheep
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5A. UV-blocking letters
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8A. German article
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11A. D&D class that wields protection magic
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14A. Machu Picchu's country
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16A. Smartphone program
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17A. Piña ___ (rum cocktail)
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18A. 401(k) alternatives
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19A. Softball stat
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20A. Elizabeth who portrays Marvel's Scarlet Witch
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21A. Like a moonlit walk on the beach
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23A. Front page attention-grabber
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25A. Sailor's greeting
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26A. "Wicked: For ___" (2025 musical movie)
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28A. Illuminated
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29A. "___ you miss me?"
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31A. Pi follower
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32A. "Dear Me" singer
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34A. Farm-to-___ (movement promoting local food)
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38A. Lower leg joint
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40A. Identify on social media
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41A. Raindrop source
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42A. Walk in a leisurely way
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43A. /
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45A. Singer-songwriter DiFranco
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46A. Inquire
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48A. Tell a fib
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49A. "Phooey!"
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50A. Staircase part
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53A. Like an alibi with no holes
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56A. "Any life updates?"
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58A. Mountain chain
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60A. Make a mistake
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61A. "The Parenting" actress Falco
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62A. Word before "room" or "proof"
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64A. Vessel for making stock
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65A. Came out of a dream
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66A. Recurring motifs
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67A. "Truthfully," in a text
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68A. Bass part
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69A. Like bass voices
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1D. Secretly loop in on an email
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2D. __ gobi: potato and cauliflower dish
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3D. "Ain't I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism" author
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4D. Wiped clean
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5D. Retailer with pop-up stores during spooky season
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6D. Eva of "Evita"
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7D. Like some photos and glasses
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8D. "Star Wars" title
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9D. H.S. science class for college credit
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10D. Like some "Hot Ones" sauces
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12D. Brainstorming result, hopefully
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13D. Light source for a 21-Across dinner, perhaps
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15D. Country hosting the 2028 Olympics
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22D. Tennis star Rafael
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24D. To-do documents
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26D. Weight of a milliliter of water
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27D. That's terrible!
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30D. Bug bite symptom
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32D. Shift and Return
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33D. From the top
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35D. Flamecraft or Everdell
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36D. Roman moon goddess
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37D. Modify a manuscript
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39D. Jumped
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44D. Hush-hush
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47D. Somewhat
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49D. Waltzed, e.g.
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50D. Used a broom
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51D. Pulsate
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52D. Our planet
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54D. Japanese energy healing
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55D. Mascara target
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57D. Put in stitches
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59D. Fencing sword
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63D. Disputed psychic ability (Abbr.)
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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