USA Today Crossword Answers for October 04, 2024

USA Today Crossword Answers for October 04, 2024

Friday, October 4, 2024

For those looking to crack today's USA Today Crossword puzzle for October 4, 2024, you're in for an exciting mental workout! As always, today's puzzle is filled with clever wordplay, engaging themes, and a mix of both straightforward and tricky clues. Whether you're a seasoned solver or just getting started, today’s crossword offers something for everyone. Ready to dive into today’s word puzzle adventure? Keep an eye on those clues and good luck!

USA Today Crossword Answers October 04, 2024

Across:

  • Wise people: SAGES
    (Individuals known for their wisdom or knowledge.)
  • Took to court: SUED
    (To file a legal case against someone.)
  • ___ Kids ("WordGirl" channel): PBS
    (The Public Broadcasting Service, a channel known for educational programming like "WordGirl.")
  • Planet near Mars: EARTH
    (The planet where we live, located near Mars in the solar system.)
  • Pioneering scientist McLaren: ANNE
    (Anne McLaren, a British scientist who contributed to reproductive biology.)
  • Hanukkah coins: GELT
    (Chocolate coins given to children during Hanukkah.)
  • "Mi amiga!": CHICA
    (Spanish for "girl" or "friend," used in an informal greeting.)
  • Is the correct size: FITS
    (To be the right size or shape for something.)
  • Operatic solo: ARIA
    (A solo vocal performance in an opera.)
  • Vocal technique in some Buddhist chants: THROAT SINGING
    (A vocal technique where multiple pitches are produced simultaneously, often used in certain forms of Buddhist chants.)
  • Golf course number: PAR
    (The number of strokes a skilled golfer is expected to take on a hole or course.)
  • Soccer player who uses their hands: GOALIE
    (Short for goalkeeper, the player responsible for preventing goals in soccer.)
  • Penmanship: HANDWRITING
    (A person's unique style of writing by hand.)
  • Pink Heart, Melting Face, etc.: EMOJIS
    (Small digital images or icons used to express ideas or emotions in electronic communication.)
  • Pieces of sponsored content: ADS
    (Short for advertisements, paid content meant to promote products or services.)
  • Get totally right: NAIL
    (To perfectly accomplish something.)
  • Least good: WORST
    (The opposite of best, describing the lowest quality.)
  • Surgery sites, for short: ORS
    (Operating rooms, where surgeries take place.)
  • Opposite of "micro": MACRO
    (Large-scale, opposite of small or "micro.")
  • ___ goggles (piece of winter sports equipment): SKI
    (Protective eyewear worn during skiing.)
  • Help: AID
    (To provide assistance or support.)
  • Nurse/activist Clara: BARTON
    (Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross and known for her work as a nurse during the Civil War.)
  • Form of performance with hip movements and finger cymbals: BELLY DANCING
    (A Middle Eastern dance form characterized by rhythmic hip movements and often accompanied by finger cymbals.)
  • "Go away!": LEAVE
    (A command telling someone to depart.)
  • "Girls" singer Rita: ORA
    (Rita Ora, a British singer and actress known for songs like "Girls.")
  • Colorful elementary school activity: FINGER PAINTING
    (An art activity where children use their fingers to apply paint.)
  • Get the pot started: ANTE
    (To place an initial bet in a poker game.)
  • Diplomatic sensitivity: TACT
    (The ability to deal with sensitive matters or people with care.)
  • ___ Holmes (Sherlock's little sister): ENOLA
    (Enola Holmes, the younger sister of Sherlock Holmes, featured in a series of books and films.)
  • Video that an actor might send to an agent: REEL
    (A compilation of clips showcasing an actor's work.)
  • Color similar to cream: ECRU
    (A pale, light beige color.)
  • Bored, listless feeling: ENNUI
    (A feeling of weariness or dissatisfaction, often from boredom.)
  • Make a fumble: ERR
    (To make a mistake.)
  • ___-sea diver: DEEP
    (Referring to a diver who explores the deep parts of the ocean.)
  • Appear to be: SEEM
    (To give the impression of something.)

Down:

  • "Hold on a ___!": SEC
    (Short for "second," a brief moment of time.)
  • Ooh and ___: AAH
    (Sounds made to express amazement or admiration.)
  • Clench, like teeth: GRIT
    (To press or clamp down, often in frustration or determination.)
  • Inscribe on metal: ETCH
    (To engrave or carve a design into a surface, typically metal.)
  • What an astute, humorous person has: SHARP WIT
    (A quick and clever sense of humor.)
  • Wildlife observation trip: SAFARI
    (A journey to observe animals in their natural habitat, often in Africa.)
  • Textbook section: UNIT
    (A division or chapter within a textbook.)
  • Tolkien's "Shepherds of the Trees": ENTS
    (Tree-like beings in J.R.R. Tolkien’s "The Lord of the Rings.")
  • Decorative patterns: DESIGNS
    (Ornamental or artistic patterns or arrangements.)
  • Danger: PERIL
    (Serious risk or hazard.)
  • Eastern European pancakes: BLINI
    (Thin pancakes, typically served with sour cream, caviar, or other toppings.)
  • Platform on Broadway: STAGE
    (The raised area where actors perform in a theater.)
  • "A Star Is Born" actress Lady ___: GAGA
    (Refers to Lady Gaga, who starred in the 2018 remake of "A Star Is Born.")
  • Dragon boat propellers: OARS
    (Items used to row or propel dragon boats through the water.)
  • Eggy beverage: NOG
    (Short for eggnog, a creamy holiday drink made with eggs, milk, and spices.)
  • Chops with an axe: HEWS
    (To cut down or shape something, usually with an axe.)
  • Run ___ (be disruptive): AMOK
    (To behave uncontrollably or disruptively.)
  • Gunkanmaki seaweed: NORI
    (Seaweed used to wrap sushi, specifically gunkanmaki, a type of sushi roll.)
  • Mixes music at a rave: DJS
    (Refers to disc jockeys, who play and mix music at events like raves.)
  • Late to school: TARDY
    (Arriving after the expected or scheduled time.)
  • They may be used as proof of age: IDS
    (Short for identification cards, often used to verify a person's age.)
  • Tattletale: NARC
    (Short for narcotics officer, but often used to describe someone who tells on others.)
  • Opening part of a play: ACT I
    (The first act of a play.)
  • Steelmaking metal: IRON
    (A metal commonly used in the production of steel.)
  • "Took you ___ enough!": LONG
    (A phrase expressing frustration at how long something took.)
  • Liquid aka "Texas tea": OIL
    (Refers to crude oil, a valuable resource in Texas.)
  • Marine mammal with no neck: MANATEE
    (A large, gentle aquatic mammal also known as a "sea cow.")
  • Forewarned: ALERTED
    (To have been made aware of potential danger or issues.)
  • Structure with a hayloft: BARN
    (A large farm building used to store hay, livestock, and equipment.)
  • Breakfast item often topped with lox: BAGEL
    (A round bread roll that is often served with smoked salmon (lox) and cream cheese.)
  • "Gotta Man" rapper: EVE
    (Eve, a rapper known for hits like "Gotta Man" and "Let Me Blow Ya Mind.")
  • Throw a lavish party: DO IT UP
    (To organize or host an extravagant event or celebration.)
  • Large passenger ship: LINER
    (A large ocean-going vessel used for transporting passengers.)
  • "Start a new paragraph" key: ENTER
    (The key on a keyboard that starts a new line or paragraph.)
  • Cab cost: FARE
    (The price charged for a taxi ride.)
  • Runner's rate: PACE
    (The speed at which a runner moves, typically measured in minutes per mile or kilometer.)
  • Farmer's land unit: ACRE
    (A measurement of land area used in farming and real estate.)
  • Cozy stopovers: INNS
    (Small, comfortable places to stay, often found in rural or scenic locations.)
  • ___ the wiser (still unaware): NONE
    (Indicating that someone is still unaware or oblivious.)
  • Sticky ingredient in slime: GLUE
    (An adhesive substance used in crafting and often in making slime.)
  • Axe thrower's skill: AIM
    (The ability to hit a target with accuracy when throwing an axe.)

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