USA Today Crossword May 9 2025 Answers (5/9/25)

Our USA Today Crossword May 9, 2025 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 9, 2025 Answers

If you need help solving the USA Today Crossword on 5/9/25, 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!

Looking for answers to another USA Today Crossword puzzle? Check out our archive of USA Today Crossword Answers.

#	Clue
1A	Prefix with "turf" or "physics"
6A	State of disorder
10A	Bawl
13A	"___ kid's afraid to leave his ___!" (Chant in a "Hey Arnold!" episode)
14A	Killer whale
15A	Shopping spree goods
16A	Dr Pepper and Coke Zero
17A	Vodka ___ (tart drink)
18A	Patsy Cline's vocal range
19A	Get ___ of (toss)
20A	Guitar student's guide
22A	"___ ___ ___" (NSYNC song with the lyrics "I just want to tell you that I've had enough")
23A	Duo
24A	Ctrl+Z function
25A	Beach cover-up
27A	Move like a bunny
29A	Cawing birds
30A	Salsa or samba
32A	"I promise!"
36A	Healing ointment
37A	Jeju Island's region
40A	Not bright
43A	Catchy song
44A	Improv comedy's two-word tenet
45A	Inbox message
47A	Hive members
49A	Words exchanged at the altar
50A	Visual prototype for a piece of media
53A	The "A" in IPA
54A	Opposed to
55A	"Buenos dias!"
56A	Mountain lions
58A	Campsite warmer
59A	"Beware the ___ of March!"
60A	"Kinky Boots" actor Sands
61A	Paving goo
62A	Fail to win
63A	"___ Turvy" ("The Hunchback of Notre Dame" song)
1D	Donkey
2D	Plot development over multiple episodes
3D	Simply delectable
4D	Street
5D	Photo ___ (press events)
6D	Chewy rice cake
7D	Mistake
8D	"Be Prepared" singer in "The Lion King"
9D	Hourglass contents
10D	Common first course
11D	Opposite of intro
12D	Ink splotch
15D	"Agatha All Along" actor Kathryn
20D	"I ___ Do It With a Broken Heart" (Taylor Swift song)
21D	Desserts made at Sprinkles
22D	Secretly include on an email
23D	Good enough
26D	Duos
27D	Laughing syllable
28D	Number of Tonys won by Joaquina Kalukango
30D	Salon product
31D	Greek god of love
33D	___-mo
34D	VIP athlete
35D	Hiker's guide
38D	Makes lovable
39D	Big fuss
40D	Evening coffee order, maybe
41D	"Will do!"
42D	"I am enough" or "You can do hard things"
44D	Up to this point
46D	More frigid
47D	Hay units
48D	Wipe clear
51D	"Modern Family" dad Dunphy
52D	Heading for an errand list
53D	Not manually operated
56D	Portland winter hrs.
57D	"Giants in the ___" ("Into the Woods" song)

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.

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.

If you’ve enjoyed this crossword, consider playing one of the other popular crosswords we cover, including: New York Times Crossword (and Mini), Daily Themed Crossword (and Mini), LA Times Crossword, and WSJ Crossword.