Our USA Today Crossword Hints for March 21, 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, March 21, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 3/21/26. 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. "You've gotta be kidding me" gesture
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9A. Grabs
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13A. "Anyone could see that"
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15A. Shapes with no corners
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17A. Unexpected delight
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18A. "You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah" star Sandler
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19A. I'm ___ you
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20A. Word after "mix" or "mouth"
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22A. Double-helix molecule
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23A. Resentful
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25A. Plastic sack stash
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27A. Slathers with frosting
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28A. Takes part in a D&D campaign, say
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29A. For each
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30A. ___ at (subtly suggest)
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31A. Replaces the original audio with a synchronized translation
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32A. Proofreads before publication
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34A. Steamed dumpling
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35A. Party with electronic music
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36A. "The ___ Is Mine"
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39A. Grace and Frankie star
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41A. Heredity unit made of 22-Across
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42A. Its root was historically used to flavor root beer
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43A. Assignments for lawyers
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44A. Rainbow shape
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45A. Future D.A.'s exam
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46A. Make a run for it
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47A. Ancient Greek philosopher
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49A. Kind of video shot over many sittings
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53A. "Clear the way!" noise
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54A. ". . . for the rest of time!"
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55A. Mobility aid
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56A. Filling for some vegetarian sandwiches
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1D. Festive evergreen
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2D. I see!
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3D. Vocalist spreading holiday cheer
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4D. Calendar listings
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5D. Likely to hold a grudge
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6D. Prefix for dynamic
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7D. Caustic chemical used to make lutefisk
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8D. Tofu or tempeh, for example
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9D. Nostril-blown instrument
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10D. Palindromic "Hacks" character
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11D. Rough patches
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12D. Baby carriers
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14D. Platform for a musical
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16D. Oceans
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21D. Mariah Carey or Ariana Grande, e.g.
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23D. Tiny taste of a drink
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24D. Get 100% on
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25D. Like fish that must be eaten carefully
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26D. Streisand's nickname
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28D. Awful deals
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30D. "I made my family disappear" movie
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32D. Tricks
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33D. Parenting pair, sometimes
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34D. Makeup for lashes
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36D. Closest friend
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37D. End of many countdowns
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38D. For sure!
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39D. Portmanteau for shelf-stable minced cloves
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40D. Speak formally
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41D. Classic 1980s space shooter game
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42D. Drains
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43D. Coke Zero and Pepsi, e.g.
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46D. Floating ice hazard
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48D. Start of many countdowns
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50D. 'The Princess Diaries' author Cabot
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51D. "Where We Once Belonged" author Figiel
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52D. Stop
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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