Our USA Today Crossword Hints for May 6, 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 6, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 5/6/26. 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. Speedy
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5A. Got nosy
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10A. Not very exciting
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14A. "A Man Called ___" (2022 American remake of "A Man Called Ove")
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15A. Slowly, in sheet music
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16A. Extreme anger
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17A. Tabloid couple
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18A. Regions
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19A. Chemistry class model
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20A. Vinegar-based cookout condiment
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23A. Fib
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24A. ___ off (repel)
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25A. In itself
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28A. Mushroom with a long stem
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30A. Satisfies
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33A. Word after "bunk" or "flower"
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34A. Brand of yoga wear that sounds like a greeting
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36A. Not near
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37A. __ king
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38A. "The Wedding Singer" star who has had a daytime talk show since 2020
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41A. 16-Across-___ (content designed to provoke)
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43A. Cyber Monday month, often (Abbr.)
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44A. "Send Help" director Raimi
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45A. Rec room fixtures
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46A. Climb aboard
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48A. Once known as
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50A. It's known as football in many countries
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52A. Genre rooted in rhythm and blues
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54A. Hydropower project structure
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57A. Podcast recording partner, often
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59A. Golf course reservation
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61A. Broadcaster and natural historian Attenborough
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62A. "Marvelous," in German
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64A. Pop singer with 12 Brit Awards
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65A. Heckelphone relative
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66A. Otherwise
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67A. Makes yawn
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68A. Works with a needle and thread
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69A. "Absolutely!"
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1D. Minor flaw
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2D. Achieve
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3D. Certain sound system
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4D. Burial site
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5D. Person, ___ or Thing (20 Questions variant)
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6D. Old TV episodes
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7D. "Can you help me out?"
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8D. MTA guesses
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9D. South Indian food often served with sambar
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10D. Support piece
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11D. "See ya, dude"
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12D. In the past
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13D. Fabric line
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21D. Submit a return online
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22D. Package shipping option
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26D. Scorch
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27D. Border
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29D. Mario ___ (racing game franchise with a Rainbow Road track)
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31D. Paving material
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32D. Makes an oopsie
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35D. Deed holders
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37D. Invitation to connect on social media
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38D. Unearth
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39D. Automated customer service rep
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40D. Bronx athlete
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41D. _ehind _he _cenes ("Here's what happened off-camera" hashtag)
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42D. Trendy green toast topper
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46D. Crystal-filled rocks
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47D. Maybe later
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49D. Weed gummy, e.g.
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51D. Country home to the Atacama Desert
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53D. Gives up
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55D. Collect
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56D. Trifling
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58D. Pairs
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60D. Three-pointer
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61D. Tiny bit
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63D. Purple yam
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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