Our USA Today Crossword Hints for May 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, May 16, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 5/16/26. 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. Fashionable
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5A. Ube is a purple one
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8A. Theme park where 11 country pavilions can be visited
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13A. Most populous Hawaiian island
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14A. Cup alternative, at an ice cream shop
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15A. San Antonio landmark
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16A. Exam with a Logical Reasoning section
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17A. Mom's sister
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18A. Like Greek yogurt
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19A. Object of romantic affection
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22A. Many a st. crosser in Manhattan
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23A. Sound of awe
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24A. Hearty round of applause
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28A. Fame and acclaim
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30A. Grumpy mood
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31A. Day of the week for voting (Abbr.)
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32A. City home to the Fontana di Trevi
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33A. Assist a weightlifter
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34A. Stealthy summons
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35A. Super-quickly
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38A. Mani-___
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40A. Heap
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41A. On the ___ (fleeing)
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42A. Rock type in Minecraft
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43A. "___ be fun"
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44A. Olympic gold medalist Lee
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47A. Much of the Great Plains
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49A. For sure!
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50A. Cleaning cloth
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51A. One of many on a gallery wall
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54A. Many fountain drinks
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57A. Quick haircut
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58A. Subj. with macro and micro branches
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59A. ___ Parade (June celebration)
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60A. 2016 collection of praise poems by Sharon Olds
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61A. Part of a bed frame
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62A. Bottomless pit
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63A. Dubious in slang
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64A. ___ of the D'Urbervilles
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1D. Pet accessory
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2D. Hosts, like guests
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3D. 'Beats me'
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4D. "Adorbs!"
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5D. What's chased in "The Substance"
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6D. Actress Hathaway
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7D. Musician's tempo keeper
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8D. Really bothers
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9D. "Dear Evan Hansen" actor Ben
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10D. Chickpea container, often
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11D. "!?!"
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12D. Many a gift from Santa
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14D. Pachelbel's "___ in D"
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20D. Des Moines resident
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21D. Paperless Post or Partiful notice
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25D. "I can't believe my eyes!"
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26D. Kick out
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27D. Not gross
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29D. Prefix for "presence" or "science"
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30D. "___ the tea" ("Tell me everything")
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33D. Spiky high heels
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34D. Road map
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36D. Related to vision
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37D. Superficial writing
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38D. Sabrina Carpenter’s genre
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39D. Mess up
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43D. 25th wedding anniversary flowers
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44D. Appears to be
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45D. Cookies also known as Caramel deLites
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46D. Realtors, e.g.
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48D. Some kids' distractions
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49D. Uses a paper towel on
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52D. Language mutually intelligible with Hindi
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53D. Chill (out)
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54D. Five-star hotel amenity
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55D. Sphere
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56D. Home improvement initials
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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