USA Today Crossword March 8 2026 Answers (3/8/26)

Here are all of the answers to today's USA Today Crossword puzzle for March 8 2026 to help you finish it up!

Our USA Today Crossword March 8, 2026 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword 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 March 8, 2026 Answers

If you need help solving the USA Today Crossword on 3/8/26, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need. You can search for the clue and then select the appropriate clue to get the answer. We have done it this way so that if you’re just looking for a handful of clues, you won’t spoil other ones you’re working on!

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# Clue
1A Quits stalling
5A Add more to a bet, in poker
10A "Unexpected ___ in bagging area"
14A "Get outta here, fly!"
15A Not abridged
16A Displayed, like kids' artwork on a "brag wall"
17A "That's easier ___ than done"
18A Showing no emotion
19A Big burden
20A Success unlikely to be repeated
23A "Of course!"
24A "___ Miz"
25A "Thank you" in French
27A Fishing pole
28A Chocolate-and-caramel candy
31A Word after "olive" or "snake"
32A Uber predictions, for short
34A Island where the King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade takes place
35A Gently place
36A It's striking!
40A Hashtag for some old pics
41A Nevada city near Lake Tahoe
42A Vaulted part of a church
43A "You've got mail" ISP
44A Fail to attend
45A Winter hrs. in Chicago
46A Golfer Maja Stark, for one
48A Comedian Wong
49A ___ Wilson aka Captain America
52A Industrial workflow path in many factories
57A Country between Vietnam and Thailand
58A Shiny lip stuff
59A "Mr. India" star Kapoor
60A Just sitting there
61A Triangular part of a house
62A Exam
63A Puts to work
64A Look of contempt
65A Mama sheep
1D Analyze, like gold
2D Rub uncomfortably
3D Does tough work
4D "___ Pop" (hit for the fictional Saja Boys)
5D Went too fast
6D All those against
7D Clickable image
8D Clubs or hearts
9D Engrave using acid
10D "Fingers crossed"
11D Sushi orders that may be spicy
12D Speak clearly
13D Booker T. & the ___
21D Splash around
22D Introspective music genre
26D "ur my baaaby"
27D Cloth scrap
28D Pours
29D "Yikes!"
30D Haul
32D Protective pair for a skateboarder
33D Rocky in "Rocky," for example
34D Vending machine bills
37D Three-part race, informally
38D Bowl used for washing
39D Make a selection
40D Prof's aides
44D Size above sm.
45D "Getting warmer!"
47D Quantities of medication
48D Plane seating preference, for some
49D Tendon
50D Spice similar to fennel
51D Turns from ice to water
53D Fuzzy boot brand
54D Large family group
55D Too good ___ true
56D Not punctual
57D "Kill Bill" star Lucy

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.

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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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