Our USA Today Crossword Hints for October 22, 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, October 22, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 10/22/26. 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. Cover removed at a pump
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7A. It'll do for the present
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10A. Mother of a spotted newborn
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13A. Pacific weather phenomenon
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14A. Insect circling a lamp
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15A. Coffee dispenser
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16A. 18+ people
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17A. Book for a lazy afternoon
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19A. Latvia's biggest city
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20A. Puts away some leftovers?
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22A. Shouts
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23A. Polite refusal
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25A. Theater scenery
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26A. Light touches
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28A. Edible stem with holes
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33A. Yuzu or satsuma, e.g.
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35A. ___ Lanka
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36A. State south of Lake Erie
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37A. ___ gobi (curry dish)
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38A. "Stranger Things" actor Sean
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40A. "One Day Only" event
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41A. Microscope part
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42A. Day, in Spanish
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43A. Record labels?
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45A. Opposites of pragmatists
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48A. Must have
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49A. Home to the Louvre Abu Dhabi, for short
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50A. "The Gram"
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52A. Parcel of land
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55A. Sport with frequent horse changes
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56A. Mario ___ World
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60A. "You owe me nothing now"
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62A. Response to "am not"
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64A. Artist Applebroog
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65A. Lust and pride, for two
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66A. Country singer Dolly
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67A. Squishy lump
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68A. Time for family reunions
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69A. ___ seed bun
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1D. Cyclist's selection
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2D. "Twice as Nice Guarantee" grocer
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3D. Warm and cozy
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4D. Green, herby drizzle on a taco
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5D. Insect that builds hills
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6D. Prepares for a selfie
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7D. Constricting snakes
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8D. Extra NHL periods
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9D. "But of course!"
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10D. One-on-one sword fight
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11D. Like a spelling bee response
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12D. Concludes
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14D. Dots on some transit maps
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18D. Footwear with an old-school vibe
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21D. Feel poorly
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24D. The NCAA's Buckeyes
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25D. Taking to court
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26D. Like hay bales in a barn
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27D. Do penance
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29D. Swim-bike-run race, for short
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30D. Midwest hub with a Hall of Flags
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31D. Prepped a skillet, perhaps
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32D. Digits that help with balance
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33D. Death Valley's state, for short
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34D. "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" actress Sink
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39D. Alana, to Este Haim, for short
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44D. Doc who treats sinusitis
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46D. Most recent
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47D. NBC show in its 52nd season
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51D. Wet bars?
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52D. Support for a nest egg?
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53D. Second attempt
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54D. Like most Jordanians
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55D. ___-up energy
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57D. Puri flour
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58D. Section of the Clue board
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59D. Vocal quality crucial to Mandarin pronunciation
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61D. Compete
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63D. "Addison" singer Addison
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.
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