Our USA Today Crossword Hints for January 16, 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, January 16, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 1/16/26. 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. "ASAP!"
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5A. Put in a piggy bank
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9A. Anti-littering ads, e.g.
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13A. The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo star Rooney
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14A. 100% committed
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15A. Rebounding sound
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16A. Paranormal communication device featured in a Norman Rockwell painting
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18A. Syrian ___ Republic
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19A. Not remote
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20A. Garam ___ (spice blend)
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22A. Artery insert
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23A. Not iffy
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24A. ___-free water bottle
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27A. QVC alternative
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28A. Like the name Robin for a birder
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30A. "Well, that's a shame"
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32A. Core exercises
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35A. Got to home plate feet first, say
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36A. Duo who are the longest-running headliner magicians in Las Vegas history
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40A. Anagram of "pool" heard in a pool
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41A. Sound system
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42A. Swelling reducer
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45A. Negative review
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46A. Drag accessory
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49A. Dreidel for example
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50A. Borscht veggies
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53A. Tennis racket holds
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55A. Side ___ (extra gig)
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57A. Adds fuel to
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58A. Ink cartridge color
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60A. Marathoner's destination
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62A. Koi habitat
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63A. Let's do this!
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64A. Plus-___ (some wedding dates)
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65A. Prefix for "pilot" or "renewal"
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66A. Bar mitzvah boy, barely
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67A. Men with knighthoods
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1D. Squish down
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2D. Jeers
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3D. Up and about
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4D. Spice mix often used on mango
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5D. ___-mo
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6D. Hertz competitor
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7D. Shared widely online
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8D. Breaks up
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9D. Loud bell sound
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10D. Game with its own dictionary
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11D. ___ moment (epiphany)
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12D. Cry loudly
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14D. Homer Simpson’s dad
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17D. Successfully achieve
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21D. "Without further ___..."
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23D. Flabbergasts
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25D. Low poker hand
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26D. Contribute
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29D. School org
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31D. Nordic capital
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32D. Snooty person
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33D. Summer time zone for L.A.
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34D. What a pedometer tracks
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36D. A little, in sheet music
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37D. Animal that probably couldn't actually be ignored in a room
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38D. Noteworthy period
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39D. What extensions often add to hair
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40D. Orchestra's place
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43D. Six-pack units
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44D. Improve cardiovascular endurance, say
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46D. Two-piece swimsuit
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47D. Word after "eye" or "can"
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48D. Appraise
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51D. Top-tier
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52D. Past, present or future
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54D. Caramel-filled chocolate candies
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56D. Reverse
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57D. Target of some phishing scams: Abbr.
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58D. Balancing pro
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59D. The "y" of "ttyl"
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61D. Charged particle
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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