Our USA Today Crossword Hints for October 19, 2025, 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 formats and is enjoyed by people of all ages.
The clues can range from easy to challenging, and players must use their critical thinking abilities to solve the puzzle. It is a great way to pass the time and challenge oneself.
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### USA Today Crossword Hints – October 19, 2025
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 10/19/25 below. The clues are listed, and you can click or tap on any clue to go to its page for more details, including definitions. If you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letters one by one, which offers more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
**Across Clues:**
1A. Pale Dutch cheese ? ? ? ?
5A. Sweet! ? ? ? ?
9A. Unfilled space ? ? ?
12A. Alan who voices Pearl Krabs ? ? ? ?
13A. Curved foot parts ? ? ? ? ? ?
15A. OstrichLand USA bird ? ? ?
16A. “Slippery” trees ? ? ? ?
17A. Gave Fancy Feast to a friend’s pet ? ? ? ? ? ?
18A. A dreidel is one ? ? ?
19A. Test during which a student can’t consult class materials ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
22A. Airport landing area ? ? ? ? ? ?
23A. E+X+T+R+A+S ? ? ? ? ? ?
25A. Marbled loaves ? ? ? ?
26A. Enjoy some borekas ? ? ?
29A. Teatime pastry ? ? ? ? ?
30A. “No way that’s true” ? ? ? ? ? ?
33A. Reusable bag with handles ? ? ? ?
34A. Actress who played Queen Mary in “The King’s Speech” ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
37A. Not going anywhere ? ? ? ?
39A. Peaceful protest ? ? ? ? ? ?
40A. Abounds ? ? ? ? ?
42A. ___ collection (game mechanic) ? ? ?
43A. Send forth? ? ? ? ?
47A. Garlicky shrimp dish ? ? ? ? ? ?
49A. Condition sometimes treated with iron supplements ? ? ? ? ? ?
51A. Golfing achievement in which one wins each of the four majors ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
55A. “___ to the Loop-de-Loop” (Clint Smith poem) ? ? ?
56A. Jason, to Travis Kelce on “New Heights” ? ? ? ? ? ?
57A. Draped garment ? ? ? ?
58A. __ Miserables ? ? ?
59A. Moves on tiptoe ? ? ? ? ? ?
60A. BUR figs. ? ? ? ?
61A. “Spring forward, fall back” letters ? ? ?
62A. Strongly desires ? ? ? ?
63A. Quick meeting? ? ? ? ?
**Down Clues:**
1D. Vote into office ? ? ? ? ?
2D. Buck ? ? ? ? ? ?
3D. Red building unlocked on the military track of the game Tapestry ? ? ? ? ? ?
4D. Glad I’m back? ? ? ? ? ? ?
5D. ___ rangoon ? ? ? ?
6D. Prefix meaning “eight” ? ? ? ?
7D. Very ? ? ? ?
8D. Gets out early? ? ? ? ? ?
9D. “Enough with the PDA already!” ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
10D. “Can I talk to you for one sec?” ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
11D. ___ cup (whipped treat for dogs) ? ? ?
13D. Thunderstruck band ? ? ? ?
14D. “On the ___ of the Palace” ? ? ? ? ?
20D. Class to sail through ? ? ? ? ?
21D. Precision knife brand ? ? ? ? ?
24D. “I can’t wait to ___ you!” ? ? ?
26D. Swiss cheese ? ? ? ? ?
27D. Pain relief brand ? ? ? ? ?
28D. Everest’s land ? ? ? ? ?
31D. Blotting paper target ? ? ?
32D. Retired quarterback Manning ? ? ?
34D. Least muddy ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
35D. “I wanna!” ? ? ? ? ?
36D. Uninterruptedly ? ? ? ? ?
37D. “Crank up the heat!” ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
38D. Chunks of 10 years ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
41D. Construction (or crossword construction) details ? ? ? ? ?
44D. Things to be cleaned up ? ? ? ? ? ?
45D. “No time to stop and chitchat!” ? ? ? ? ? ?
46D. Jeweled crowns ? ? ? ? ? ?
48D. Naming a tiny dog “Bruiser,” e.g. ? ? ? ? ?
49D. Insects with a “fire” variety ? ? ? ?
50D. Rumspringa participants ? ? ? ? ?
52D. Clarified butter ? ? ? ?
53D. “The Subway” singer Chappell ? ? ? ?
54D. Poses a question ? ? ? ?
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### About the USA Today Crossword
The USA Today Crossword is a daily puzzle published in the USA Today newspaper and on its website. It is known for its contemporary and pop culture references, as well as its accessibility to solvers of all skill levels.
First introduced in 2002, the puzzle has become a popular source of entertainment and mental stimulation for crossword enthusiasts of all ages. It is created by a team of experienced crossword constructors, renowned for their creativity and skill in the field.
One unique feature of the USA Today Crossword is its use of a non-standard grid, which can include circles or other shapes. This design can make the puzzle even more challenging and interesting to solve.
Additionally, the puzzle often includes a variety of themed sections, adding an extra layer of complexity to the solving experience.
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Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned solver, the USA Today Crossword offers a fun and engaging way to test your knowledge and sharpen your mind every day. Happy puzzling!
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