USA TODAY CROSSWORD
EDITED Amanda Rafkin BY Rafael Musa
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Two-finger peace gesture Happy
Place for a mud bath “There’s no need to rush!”
Fish commonly in fish and chips Seedy breakfast roll
Curtain holder Like a rope that’s not slack
___ cup (Starbucks dog treat) Devices that track storms
India pale ___ Mention in a footnote High-pitched bark Dios, in English Insect whose larvae are maggots
___ butter (skin moisturizer) Ancient Greek fable writer
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Enjoy a novel
Fall staple similar to a pumpkin “Rats!”
Singer Clay in the Blues Hall of Fame Increased Source of tofu Like clothes just out of the washer Deep hole
Plop down Dump unexpectedly Opposite of bulk, in gym lingo Certain first-time parent Beehive State native
Sole
“Sweet but Psycho” singer Max People for whom less is more According to 64 65 66 67
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Gathering that aims to alleviate geopolitical tensions Elbow’s place Tennis legend Arthur Becomes less hot
Scenic view “What a ___!” (“It’s a bargain!”) Problem to discuss Insect in a cloud Awards show recognition, colloquially Tart, pink-red breakfast beverage Annoyance in a video call Maker of Aspire laptops Dillydally
Pile of discarded metal Low-quality Contributes Lukewarm Share a border with 22 24 26
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Throw into disarray Make do Received money for work done
“I’m game!” Drag queen’s affirmation Lack of trouble Condition that can make it hard to focus Basics Currency in Lisbon Cuddles up by a fire on a cold day
Poker stake Column’s counterpart
___ cold turkey Desperate requests Florida city across the bay from St. Petersburg “Ve-e-ery relatable” Cocktail with cranberry juice, informally 52
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“It’s all fun and games ___ . . .” Exams California wine region
At any time Gets to 0% battery Swanky vehicle “Pass”
Ice skater Jean-___ Baker
Thursday’s Answer