USA Today Crossword Answers - Jul 10

Forever Vibes (Freestyle)

By Elijah Acquah

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  1. 1Cabbage-based sidesSLAWS
  2. 6Fine spraysMISTS
  3. 11"What's your point?"AND
  4. 14Doritos ___ CheeseNACHO
  5. 15Like a dark roomUNLIT
  6. 16Sound from a pigeonCOO
  7. 17"But I'm a fire and I'll keep your brittle heart warm / If your cascade, ___ wave blues come"OCEAN
  8. 18Marshmallowy treatsPEEPS
  9. 19Tater ___TOT
  10. 20Pop quiz, e.g.TEST
  11. 21Newspaper columnsOPEDS
  12. 22"There are pros and ___"CONS
  13. 23QuestionedASKED
  14. 25Apple discardCORE
  15. 26Homes with stellar views?SPACESTATIONS
  16. 31Transplant, like a plantREPOT
  17. 32Captains' workstationsHELMS
  18. 33"Wow, this relationship is really worth holding on to!"ARENTYOUAKEEPER
  19. 39Sound of a pipe droppingCLANG
  20. 40SagDROOP
  21. 41Underwater explorationDEEPSEADIVING
  22. 44Spaces between thingsGAPS
  23. 45Backyard barrierFENCE
  24. 46MailedSENT
  25. 47"Swiss" vegetableCHARD
  26. 49Word on a gift tagFROM
  27. 53Part of a co. nameINC
  28. 54Tropical smoothie fruitGUAVA
  29. 55Good, in SpanishBUENO
  30. 56FibLIE
  31. 57Parcel outALLOT
  32. 58Just completely doneFEDUP
  33. 59"The Star-Spangled Banner" contractionOER
  34. 60Walmart or Target, e.g.STORE
  35. 61Dental stringFLOSS

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  1. 1Unpleasant personSNOT
  2. 2Delicate gown materialLACE
  3. 3Three-time WNBA champsACES
  4. 4"Yea, that idea TOTALLY hasn't been done before!"WHATACONCEPT
  5. 5"Carry On Wayward ___"SON
  6. 6Miss Piggy or Fozzie Bear, e.g.MUPPET
  7. 7"Can you do me this one thing for me?"INEEDAHUGEFAVOR
  8. 8Snow vehicleSLED
  9. 9Income for serversTIPS
  10. 10They can cross aves.STS
  11. 11Cast membersACTORS
  12. 12Not a single soulNOONE
  13. 13Dippin' ___DOTS
  14. 21Green-lightsOKS
  15. 22Drive in eco mode, perhapsCONSERVEFUEL
  16. 24Reaches an agreementSETTLES
  17. 25Like funny timingCOMEDIC
  18. 26Spanish for "Mrs."SRA
  19. 27For eachPER
  20. 28Gorilla or orangutanAPE
  21. 29Beverage that might be green or blackTEA
  22. 30VarietyILK
  23. 34Talk at lengthYAP
  24. 35Add-___ (extras)ONS
  25. 36Taro root pastePOI
  26. 37It's giving foreverEON
  27. 3843-Down, e.g,RPG
  28. 41"You know Dasher and ___ and Prancer and Vixen"DANCER
  29. 42Make bubblyAERATE
  30. 43Dice-rolling tabletop game, for shortDND
  31. 44Granter of three wishesGENIE
  32. 46Storage unit on a farmSILO
  33. 47___ followingCULT
  34. 48Xbox game franchise whose theme music features a Gregorian chantHALO
  35. 50Tackle a second timeREDO
  36. 51"The ___ is on us" (punny way to say "We're responsible")ONUS
  37. 52Spill-cleaning toolsMOPS
  38. 54Laughing matter?GAS
  39. 55Closest bud, for shortBFF

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Cabbage-based sides — Answer: SLAWS. Hint: Think of crunchy salads that can be a zesty addition to your meal! 🥗
  2. 6. Fine sprays — Answer: MISTS. Hint: Think of what blankets a forest in the early morning! 🌫️
  3. 11. "What's your point?" — Answer: AND. Hint: Consider a conjunction that often connects ideas or statements! 🤔
  4. 14. Doritos ___ Cheese — Answer: NACHO. Hint: This cheesy snack is a party favorite that's perfect for sharing! 🥳
  5. 15. Like a dark room — Answer: UNLIT. Hint: Imagine a space with no lights on at all! 🌑
  6. 16. Sound from a pigeon — Answer: COO. Hint: Think of the gentle noise a bird makes when it's feeling cozy! 🕊️
  7. 17. "But I'm a fire and I'll keep your brittle heart warm / If your cascade, ___ wave blues come" — Answer: OCEAN. Hint: Think of the vast body of water that can soothe and inspire! 🌊
  8. 18. Marshmallowy treats — Answer: PEEPS. Hint: These colorful confections are often associated with springtime festivities! 🌸
  9. 19. Tater ___ — Answer: TOT. Hint: This small potato is often a favorite in kid-friendly meals! 🥔
  10. 20. Pop quiz, e.g. — Answer: TEST. Hint: It's often used in schools to measure knowledge! 📚
  11. 21. Newspaper columns — Answer: OPEDS. Hint: These pieces often express personal opinions or perspectives in the press! 🗞️
  12. 22. "There are pros and ___" — Answer: CONS. Hint: Think about the balance of arguments when making a decision! ⚖️
  13. 23. Questioned — Answer: ASKED. Hint: When you're curious, what do you do? 🤔
  14. 25. Apple discard — Answer: CORE. Hint: What remains at the center after enjoying a juicy bite? 🍏
  15. 26. Homes with stellar views? — Answer: SPACESTATIONS. Hint: Think of living quarters that orbit high above the Earth! 🚀
  16. 31. Transplant, like a plant — Answer: REPOT. Hint: Give that little green friend a fresh start in a new home! 🪴
  17. 32. Captains' workstations — Answer: HELMS. Hint: Think about where a ship's captain steers from! 🚢
  18. 33. "Wow, this relationship is really worth holding on to!" — Answer: ARENTYOUAKEEPER. Hint: When someone truly values you, they might say this! 💖
  19. 39. Sound of a pipe dropping — Answer: CLANG. Hint: Picture a loud clash when metal meets the ground! 🔔
  20. 40. Sag — Answer: DROOP. Hint: When something hangs down loosely, it's likely to have this quality! 😄
  21. 41. Underwater exploration — Answer: DEEPSEADIVING. Hint: Dive into the depths for a thrilling adventure beneath the waves! 🌊
  22. 44. Spaces between things — Answer: GAPS. Hint: Think about what you might find between two books on a shelf! 📚
  23. 45. Backyard barrier — Answer: FENCE. Hint: What do you put up to keep the dog from wandering off? 🐕
  24. 46. Mailed — Answer: SENT. Hint: Think about what you do when you dispatch a letter! 📬
  25. 47. "Swiss" vegetable — Answer: CHARD. Hint: This leafy green might add a colorful twist to your salad! 🥗
  26. 49. Word on a gift tag — Answer: FROM. Hint: Think about who the present is really from! 🎁
  27. 53. Part of a co. name — Answer: INC. Hint: This abbreviation indicates a corporation's legal status! 🏢
  28. 54. Tropical smoothie fruit — Answer: GUAVA. Hint: This fruit often brings a taste of the tropics and has a vibrant pinkish interior! 🥭
  29. 55. Good, in Spanish — Answer: BUENO. Hint: Think how you might compliment a delicious meal in a romantic language! 🌮
  30. 56. Fib — Answer: LIE. Hint: Sometimes it's just a little white one to avoid hurting feelings! 🤫
  31. 57. Parcel out — Answer: ALLOT. Hint: Sharing is caring, especially when it comes to dividing things up! 📦
  32. 58. Just completely done — Answer: FEDUP. Hint: When you've had enough, your patience is running low! 😤
  33. 59. "The Star-Spangled Banner" contraction — Answer: OER. Hint: Think about a famous anthem and its abbreviated form! 🎶
  34. 60. Walmart or Target, e.g. — Answer: STORE. Hint: Where you go to buy everyday essentials! 🛒
  35. 61. Dental string — Answer: FLOSS. Hint: This is what you might reach for to keep your smile sparkling! 🦷

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  1. 1. Unpleasant person — Answer: SNOT. Hint: Think of someone who's not exactly charming or nice! 👎
  2. 2. Delicate gown material — Answer: LACE. Hint: Think of a fabric often seen at weddings or in vintage decor! 🎀
  3. 3. Three-time WNBA champs — Answer: ACES. Hint: This team's name suggests they have the upper hand in a card game! ♠️
  4. 4. "Yea, that idea TOTALLY hasn't been done before!" — Answer: WHATACONCEPT. Hint: Think of a phrase you might use when an idea is overly original or unique! 💡
  5. 5. "Carry On Wayward ___" — Answer: SON. Hint: Think about a beloved family member often mentioned in songs! 🎶
  6. 6. Miss Piggy or Fozzie Bear, e.g. — Answer: MUPPET. Hint: These lovable characters often steal the show with their antics! 🎭
  7. 7. "Can you do me this one thing for me?" — Answer: INEEDAHUGEFAVOR. Hint: When someone asks for a big ask, it's more than just a small request! 🤲
  8. 8. Snow vehicle — Answer: SLED. Hint: Think of something that glides down a snowy hill, bringing joy to winter days! ❄️
  9. 9. Income for servers — Answer: TIPS. Hint: Think about the extra money you give for good service! 💵
  10. 10. They can cross aves. — Answer: STS. Hint: Think about what might fly over the skies, especially in groups! 🕊️
  11. 11. Cast members — Answer: ACTORS. Hint: Those who perform on stage or in front of the camera often shine in their roles! 🎭
  12. 12. Not a single soul — Answer: NOONE. Hint: Sometimes, when you're all alone, it feels like there isn't a person around! 😌
  13. 13. Dippin' ___ — Answer: DOTS. Hint: Think of a sweet treat that's often found at the fair! 🍦
  14. 21. Green-lights — Answer: OKS. Hint: It's all about giving your approval or permission! ✅
  15. 22. Drive in eco mode, perhaps — Answer: CONSERVEFUEL. Hint: Think about how to save your gas while cruising around! ⛽
  16. 24. Reaches an agreement — Answer: SETTLES. Hint: Think of resolving a dispute or coming to terms with someone! 🤝
  17. 25. Like funny timing — Answer: COMEDIC. Hint: Think of something that makes you laugh at just the right moment! 😂
  18. 26. Spanish for "Mrs." — Answer: SRA. Hint: Think about a respectful title used for a married woman in Spanish! 👩‍🏫
  19. 27. For each — Answer: PER. Hint: Think about how we express something in relation to a single unit! 📏
  20. 28. Gorilla or orangutan — Answer: APE. Hint: These creatures are often found swinging in trees and known for their intelligence! 🦧
  21. 29. Beverage that might be green or black — Answer: TEA. Hint: This warm drink can be enjoyed brewed from leaves and is often a favorite for many! 🍵
  22. 30. Variety — Answer: ILK. Hint: Think of different types or categories of something! 🎭
  23. 34. Talk at length — Answer: YAP. Hint: This word is often used to describe a long, chatty conversation, especially when it's a bit on the silly side! 🗣️
  24. 35. Add-___ (extras) — Answer: ONS. Hint: Think of what you might add to make something even better! 🌟
  25. 36. Taro root paste — Answer: POI. Hint: This Hawaiian delicacy is often served with a side of luau festivities! 🌺
  26. 37. It's giving forever — Answer: EON. Hint: Think of a term that describes an incredibly long period of time! ⏳
  27. 38. 43-Down, e.g, — Answer: RPG. Hint: Think of a game where you can assume different roles and embark on epic adventures! 🎲
  28. 41. "You know Dasher and ___ and Prancer and Vixen" — Answer: DANCER. Hint: Think of a festive group of reindeer that love to glide! 🎄
  29. 42. Make bubbly — Answer: AERATE. Hint: Think about how to introduce air into a liquid to create that fizzy sensation! 🥤
  30. 43. Dice-rolling tabletop game, for short — Answer: DND. Hint: Get ready to embark on an epic adventure filled with dragons and quests! 🐉
  31. 44. Granter of three wishes — Answer: GENIE. Hint: This magical being might just pop out of a lamp to grant your heart's desires! 🧞‍♂️
  32. 46. Storage unit on a farm — Answer: SILO. Hint: Think of a tall structure that holds grain and keeps it safe! 🌾
  33. 47. ___ following — Answer: CULT. Hint: Think of groups that often have a strong leader and devoted members! 🕊️
  34. 48. Xbox game franchise whose theme music features a Gregorian chant — Answer: HALO. Hint: This game series features epic battles and a mysterious ring with a name that's also a term for a celestial glow! 🌌
  35. 50. Tackle a second time — Answer: REDO. Hint: It’s what you do when you want to try it all over again! 🔄
  36. 51. "The ___ is on us" (punny way to say "We're responsible") — Answer: ONUS. Hint: Think of a word that suggests a burden or responsibility we all share! 🏋️
  37. 52. Spill-cleaning tools — Answer: MOPS. Hint: These tools help keep your floors shining after a mess! 🧽
  38. 54. Laughing matter? — Answer: GAS. Hint: Sometimes it's what escapes when you find something funny! 😂
  39. 55. Closest bud, for short — Answer: BFF. Hint: Think of your most trusted companion who knows you best! 🤗

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Across

#ClueAnswer
1Cabbage-based sidesSLAWS
6Fine spraysMISTS
11"What's your point?"AND
14Doritos ___ CheeseNACHO
15Like a dark roomUNLIT
16Sound from a pigeonCOO
17"But I'm a fire and I'll keep your brittle heart warm / If your cascade, ___ wave blues come"OCEAN
18Marshmallowy treatsPEEPS
19Tater ___TOT
20Pop quiz, e.g.TEST
21Newspaper columnsOPEDS
22"There are pros and ___"CONS
23QuestionedASKED
25Apple discardCORE
26Homes with stellar views?SPACESTATIONS
31Transplant, like a plantREPOT
32Captains' workstationsHELMS
33"Wow, this relationship is really worth holding on to!"ARENTYOUAKEEPER
39Sound of a pipe droppingCLANG
40SagDROOP
41Underwater explorationDEEPSEADIVING
44Spaces between thingsGAPS
45Backyard barrierFENCE
46MailedSENT
47"Swiss" vegetableCHARD
49Word on a gift tagFROM
53Part of a co. nameINC
54Tropical smoothie fruitGUAVA
55Good, in SpanishBUENO
56FibLIE
57Parcel outALLOT
58Just completely doneFEDUP
59"The Star-Spangled Banner" contractionOER
60Walmart or Target, e.g.STORE
61Dental stringFLOSS

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#ClueAnswer
1Unpleasant personSNOT
2Delicate gown materialLACE
3Three-time WNBA champsACES
4"Yea, that idea TOTALLY hasn't been done before!"WHATACONCEPT
5"Carry On Wayward ___"SON
6Miss Piggy or Fozzie Bear, e.g.MUPPET
7"Can you do me this one thing for me?"INEEDAHUGEFAVOR
8Snow vehicleSLED
9Income for serversTIPS
10They can cross aves.STS
11Cast membersACTORS
12Not a single soulNOONE
13Dippin' ___DOTS
21Green-lightsOKS
22Drive in eco mode, perhapsCONSERVEFUEL
24Reaches an agreementSETTLES
25Like funny timingCOMEDIC
26Spanish for "Mrs."SRA
27For eachPER
28Gorilla or orangutanAPE
29Beverage that might be green or blackTEA
30VarietyILK
34Talk at lengthYAP
35Add-___ (extras)ONS
36Taro root pastePOI
37It's giving foreverEON
3843-Down, e.g,RPG
41"You know Dasher and ___ and Prancer and Vixen"DANCER
42Make bubblyAERATE
43Dice-rolling tabletop game, for shortDND
44Granter of three wishesGENIE
46Storage unit on a farmSILO
47___ followingCULT
48Xbox game franchise whose theme music features a Gregorian chantHALO
50Tackle a second timeREDO
51"The ___ is on us" (punny way to say "We're responsible")ONUS
52Spill-cleaning toolsMOPS
54Laughing matter?GAS
55Closest bud, for shortBFF

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