Our USA Today Crossword Hints for January 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, January 27, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 1/27/26. 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. Greek poet whose home island is the source of the word "lesbian"
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7A. Postgrad creative writing degree
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10A. Did a 5K
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13A. More greasy
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14A. "I'm in my villain ___"
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15A. A __ of Two Cities
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16A. Sounds like a you problem
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18A. Bris or baptism
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19A. Sneaky
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20A. Frozen water
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21A. Asked, like a question
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22A. Cuba, por ejemplo
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25A. Two times the radius
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27A. "That's ___ news"
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29A. Obtained
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30A. Animator's frame
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32A. Help in reaching the top shelf
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37A. Enclosure for pet birds
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38A. Early relationship phase when everything is blissful
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40A. Basics
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41A. Paranormal intuition
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42A. So-so
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43A. Chuckle syllable
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44A. Place for a hot stone massage
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45A. Road part that's reserved for rescue services
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49A. Child
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52A. Mistake
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53A. Cast a ballot
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56A. Time sheet units, for short
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58A. Letters, packages, etc.
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59A. "We have to face the facts!"
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61A. "August slipped away ___ a moment in time"
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62A. Enjoyed a 63-Across
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63A. Boomerang-shaped fruit
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64A. Boxing ruling, for short
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65A. Allah, to Muslims
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66A. Sarcastic and mocking
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1D. Steinway & __
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2D. Dip similar to mayo
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3D. Sneaky plans
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4D. Code for accessing an ATM
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5D. Chuckle syllable
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6D. Folklore creature similar to a goblin
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7D. "Thanks" in French
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8D. Athlete who's not contract-bound
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9D. Small batteries
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10D. Make a huge scene
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11D. Secret identities
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12D. Require
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15D. Moderate gait for a horse
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17D. Help out
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21D. House cat, e.g.
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23D. Runs with long strides
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24D. Supporter
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26D. Transforms, like some sci-fi creatures
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28D. Empowered ___ (character who is the agent of her own rescue)
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31D. News story intro
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32D. Fake
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33D. 'Honestly . . .'
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34D. Trademarked Taco Bell offering with a portmanteau name
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35D. "Is it absolutely necessary?"
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36D. Expose online
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37D. Sound made by old wood floors
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39D. Particularly, in a text
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43D. That girl
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46D. Caramel-filled candy
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47D. Gotcha
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48D. UFO pilots
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50D. "The rumor is . . ."
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51D. Enjoyed some iced tea
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52D. Give off
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54D. Recedes
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55D. Head of some college departments
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57D. "That performance was iconic!" in ballroom culture
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59D. Browser delay
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60D. Vaccine molecule
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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