Our USA Today Crossword Hints for December 30, 2024 puzzle 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 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 Hints, December 30, 2024
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 12/30/24. The clues are listed below, and you can click/tap on a clue to go to its page for more detail, including definitions, but if you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letter by letter to still offer yourself more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
- 1A. Strolls through a stream
- 6A. Golf score named after a bird
- 11A. Mic check action
- 14A. Submit a return online
- 15A. Like defeated dragons
- 16A. Color gradation
- 17A. Show that you're right
- 19A. Make a gaffe
- 20A. Ripped in half
- 21A. Posh airport hangout
- 22A. Chinese zodiac animal after Pig
- 23A. Piece of broken glass
- 25A. Strongly encourage
- 27A. The Sun Devils’ sch.
- 30A. Suffix for superlatives
- 31A. Creamy Italian rice dish
- 34A. Kid-lit character Longstocking
- 36A. Karate belt level
- 37A. Holier-than-___
- 38A. Reason to decline an invitation
- 42A. NBC show turning 50 in 2025
- 43A. Walk-___ (small roles)
- 44A. Black Panthers hat
- 45A. Proof of ownership
- 47A. "Cosmos" network
- 49A. Geologic time span
- 50A. Set of musical notes
- 51A. Alfalfa and barley
- 53A. Run out of battery
- 54A. Acquire
- 56A. Org. with letter carriers
- 60A. Golden yrs. fund
- 61A. Square diamond style with pointed corners
- 63A. ___-fi movies
- 64A. Like a spectral figure
- 65A. Chicago airport with 213 gates
- 66A. Road trip rental
- 67A. Makes moist
- 68A. Tough tendon
- 1D. Broke down in tears
- 2D. Hairstyle shaped with a pick
- 3D. Fashion icon Christian
- 4D. North Pole creatures
- 5D. Didn't I tell you?
- 6D. Hearthstone or Overwatch
- 7D. How a bedtime story is read
- 8D. Opposite of lose
- 9D. Pasta often served with clam sauce
- 10D. Joins a contest
- 11D. "Everything will be OK"
- 12D. Otherworldly glow
- 13D. ___ Plus shampoo
- 18D. . . . unfortunately
- 24D. Person named in a will
- 26D. "I'm stumped"
- 27D. PictureThis or PlantNet
- 28D. Knighted fellows
- 29D. Still undecided
- 31D. Sheep with horns
- 32D. Product often applied before moisturizer
- 33D. __ my way!
- 35D. Sabin developed a vaccine for it
- 36D. Insta inbox contents
- 39D. Alternative to iced coffee
- 40D. 0.07 + 0.93
- 41D. Abbr. on some measuring spoons
- 46D. Overused plot device
- 47D. Numbers on menus
- 48D. Treat for a good dog
- 50D. Thereabouts, in date ranges
- 51D. Zip your lip
- 52D. Rolls served with wasabi
- 53D. Hockey puck's shape
- 55D. One of six on a Boeing 737
- 57D. Self-checkout action
- 58D. Free of contaminants
- 59D. Nikujaga or gumbo
- 62D. "Our ship is sinking!"
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.
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