USA Today Crossword May 6 2026 Answers (5/6/26)

Here are all of the answers to today's USA Today Crossword puzzle for May 6 2026 to help you finish it up!

Our USA Today Crossword May 6, 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 May 6, 2026 Answers

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

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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.

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