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USA Today Crossword Answers September 24, 2024

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Acadia National ___: PARK
(A national park located in Maine, known for its stunning natural beauty.)

Analyze, like ore: ASSAY
(To examine or evaluate something, often used in the context of determining the composition of a material.)

Shoo!: SCAT
(A command to tell someone or something to go away.)

You said it!: AMEN
(An affirmation, often used to express agreement.)

Bauble on a bracelet: CHARM
(A decorative item often added to jewelry, especially bracelets.)

Peel, like a potato: PARE
(To cut away the outer layer of something, especially fruit or vegetables.)

Sage, or smart-alecky: WISE
(Indicating intelligence or showing good judgment; can also refer to being sarcastic.)

Pandemonium: HAVOC
(Chaos or disorder, often caused by confusion or a tumultuous situation.)

Like 1,234, but not 4,321: EVEN
(Referring to whole numbers that are divisible by two without a remainder.)

Otto the Orange, Big Red, etc: COLLEGEMASCOTS
(Characters or symbols representing colleges or universities.)

Type of champagne glass: FLUTE
(A tall, narrow glass designed for serving champagne.)

Incense remnant: ASH
(The residue left after burning something, like incense.)

Eggs in ashpal kuku: ROE
(Fish eggs, often used in various dishes or as a delicacy.)

___ the fields we go . . .: OER
(A phrase that may reference the song "Jingle Bells," which starts with "Jingle Bells, jingle all the way.")

Adored figures: IDOLS
(Individuals or objects that are highly admired or revered.)

Helicopter part: ROTOR
(The rotating blades that provide lift and control for a helicopter.)

Ironman triathlon or the Iditarod: RACE
(Competitive events that involve extreme endurance and skill.)

Futbol cry: OLE
(A cheer or shout used in soccer, often to celebrate a good play.)

25% of a quart: CUP
(A measurement equivalent to one quarter of a quart, typically used in cooking.)

I keep forgetting what you said!: REMINDMEAGAIN
(A humorous expression indicating a need for a reminder or recap.)

Social Security cards, e.g: IDS
(Identification documents used for various purposes, including verification of identity.)

Possess: OWN
(To have or hold something as one's own.)

Exam for a DA-to-be: LSAT
(Law School Admission Test, required for admission to law schools in the U.S.)

Let up: ABATE
(To lessen in intensity or degree, often used in relation to pain or bad weather.)

Villainous smile: SNEER
(A contemptuous or mocking smile often associated with villainy.)

Put a ___ on it! ("Hush!"): LID
(A phrase meaning to keep something quiet or secret.)

Garfield, to Jon: PET
(The famous cat from the comic strip, referring to his owner Jon Arbuckle.)

Eureka!: AHA
(A sudden realization or discovery.)

Shapes of avocados and Roma tomatoes: OVALS
(Referring to the elongated, oval shape of these fruits.)

Celebrity news publication: PEOPLEMAGAZINE
(A popular magazine that covers celebrity news and human-interest stories.)

Volcano aka Mongibello: ETNA
(Mount Etna, an active volcano located in Sicily, Italy.)

Barista's protective garment: APRON
(A garment worn to protect clothing while working, especially in food service.)

Bookie's numbers: ODDS
(The likelihood of a particular outcome, often used in betting.)

Old or "golden" beers: ALES
(A category of beer brewed using a warm fermentation method.)

Kilt feature: PLEAT
(A fold in the fabric of a kilt, adding to its design.)

Star Wars heroine from Alderaan: LEIA
(Princess Leia Organa, a key character in the Star Wars franchise.)

Not as much: LESS
(A comparative term indicating a smaller amount.)

Mammals with flippers: SEALS
(A group of marine mammals known for their flippers and playful nature.)

Like a hipster painter: ARTY
(Describing someone who is artistic or avant-garde in style.)

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Lion's foot: PAW
(The foot of a lion, featuring claws and pads.)

You understand me?: AMICLEAR
(A phrase indicating mutual understanding.)

It may be renewable: RESOURCE
(Referring to a natural resource that can be replenished.)

Prepared to pray, perhaps: KNELT
(Past tense of kneel, often done in prayer.)

Soreness after water aerobics: ACHE
(A feeling of discomfort or pain, often after physical activity.)

Layered hairstyle: SHAG
(A type of haircut with varying lengths and layers.)

Don't spend: SAVE
(To set aside money rather than spend it.)

Freshly cut grass, a pie cooling on a windowsill, etc: AROMAS
(Scents that are pleasing to the nose.)

Some community fitness centers: YMCAS
(Young Men's Christian Associations, offering recreational facilities.)

Blueprint detail, for short: SPEC
(Short for specification, detailing the design or requirements.)

Frolic: CAVORT
(To leap or dance in a lively manner.)

Am not! retort: ARETOO
(A playful response indicating denial.)

More stressed: TENSER
(Comparative form of tense, indicating increased stress.)

Oahu necklace: LEI
(A floral necklace commonly given as a welcome gift in Hawaii.)

Doesn't matter to me gesture: SHRUG
(A physical expression indicating indifference.)

Free-___-all: FOR
(A phrase used to describe a situation where everything is allowed.)

Mafia bosses: DONS
(Titles used for leaders of Mafia families.)

The same ___ story: OLD
(A common phrase referring to a familiar narrative.)

Kabkabou fruit: LEMON
(A fruit known for its tart flavor, often used in cooking and beverages.)

October birthstone: OPAL
(A gemstone associated with October, known for its unique play of color.)

Radiate: EMIT
(To give off or release something, often light or heat.)

Candy ___ (holiday treat): CANE
(A sweet treat often associated with Christmas.)

Standard of perfection: IDEAL
(A concept representing the best possible condition or state.)

Lamb's mom: EWE
(A female sheep.)

Resident of Sulawesi or Newfoundland: ISLANDER
(A person who lives on an island.)

Did that perfectly!: NAILEDIT
(A phrase expressing success in accomplishing a task.)

NFL player's successes: TDS
(Abbreviation for touchdowns, a significant achievement in football.)

Curb ___ (house's attractive quality when viewed from the street): APPEAL
(The attractiveness of a property as seen from the street.)

Ladybug or firefly: BEETLE
(A type of insect, with ladybugs and fireflies being common examples.)

Repents: ATONES
(To make amends or seek forgiveness for wrongdoing.)

Have a taste of: SAMPLE
(To try a small amount of something.)

The New Yorker cartoonist Chast: ROZ
(Roz Chast, a well-known cartoonist for The New Yorker.)

Piles and piles: HEAPS
(A large amount or quantity of something.)

EGOT winner Davis: VIOLA
(Viola Davis, an actress who has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.)

Football throw: PASS
(A maneuver in football where the ball is thrown to another player.)

Tri-state ___: AREA
(A region where three states meet.)

The soccer player scored!: GOAL
(A term used to indicate a successful attempt to score in soccer.)

Crumb-carrying insects: ANTS
(Small insects known for their ability to carry food, including crumbs.)

Easy for you to ___!: SAY
(A phrase indicating that something is simple for someone to articulate.)

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