Newsday Crossword hints and answers for January 28, 2026
A hint and the answer for every clue, each behind its own button. Nothing is revealed until you tap.
Clues78
Across43
Down35
Title5 DOWN
Today’s Newsday Crossword clues, hints & answers
Every clue from this puzzle with a hint and the answer behind separate buttons, so you only see what you need. Click a clue for its own page.
Across
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Farm building for horses (6)
Starts with S, ends with ESTABLE→
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Haul to an auto repair shop (3)
Starts with T, ends with WTOW→
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Wad of gum (3)
Starts with G, ends with BGOB→
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Russian scientist known for his dogs (6)
Starts with P, ends with VPAVLOV→
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Formal party (4)
Starts with G, ends with AGALA→
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Numero __ (the boss) (3)
Starts with U, ends with OUNO→
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Army's "relax" command (6)
Starts with A, ends with EATEASE→
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Numbers to base bets on (4)
Starts with O, ends with SODDS→
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Luau necklace (3)
Starts with L, ends with ILEI→
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French "thanks" (5)
Starts with M, ends with IMERCI→
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"Constrictor" snakes (4)
Starts with B, ends with SBOAS→
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College transcript nos. (4)
Starts with G, ends with SGPAS→
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Leg joints (5)
Starts with K, ends with SKNEES→
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Triangular-shaped house (6)
Starts with A, ends with EAFRAME→
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Package with model plane parts (3)
Starts with K, ends with TKIT→
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Great joy (4)
Starts with G, ends with EGLEE→
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Starring role (4)
Starts with L, ends with DLEAD→
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Wedding vow (3)
Starts with I, ends with OIDO→
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Annoy somewhat (4)
Starts with M, ends with FMIFF→
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Video game with falling shapes (6)
Starts with T, ends with STETRIS→
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Turn loose (5)
Starts with L, ends with OLETGO→
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Vote like "aye" (3)
Starts with Y, ends with AYEA→
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German camera (5)
Starts with L, ends with ALEICA→
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Sesame seed paste (6)
Starts with T, ends with ITAHINI→
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Antioxidant berry (4)
Starts with A, ends with IACAI→
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Just published (3)
Starts with N, ends with WNEW→
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Make level (4)
Starts with E, ends with NEVEN→
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Vanish into __ air (4)
Starts with T, ends with NTHIN→
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Barbie's boyfriend (3)
Starts with K, ends with NKEN→
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Walks slowly (6)
Starts with M, ends with SMOSEYS→
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Shrub used as a fence (5)
Starts with H, ends with EHEDGE→
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Skirt-pressing appliance (4)
Starts with I, ends with NIRON→
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Tips of shoes (4)
Starts with T, ends with STOES→
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Explosion (5)
Starts with B, ends with TBLAST→
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Medical prefix for pressure (3)
Starts with A, ends with UACU→
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Rain hard (4)
Starts with P, ends with RPOUR→
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Northernmost state (6)
Starts with A, ends with AALASKA→
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Body art, for short (3)
Starts with T, ends with TTAT→
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Hill-building bugs (4)
Starts with A, ends with SANTS→
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Interrupt a conversation (6)
Starts with B, ends with NBUTTIN→
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Fireplace residue (3)
Starts with A, ends with HASH→
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"Permission granted" (3)
Starts with Y, ends with SYES→
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"__ is believing" (6)
Starts with S, ends with GSEEING→
Down
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Unwanted email (4)
Starts with S, ends with MSPAM→
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London art gallery (4)
Starts with T, ends with ETATE→
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Declare with confidence (4)
Starts with A, ends with RAVER→
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Chess piece color (5)
Starts with B, ends with KBLACK→
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Down, as an investment (11)
Starts with L, ends with YLOSINGMONEY→
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Day before a holiday (3)
Starts with E, ends with EEVE→
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"Look what I did!" (4)
Starts with T, ends with ATADA→
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Seasoned sailor (7)
Starts with O, ends with TOLDSALT→
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Used to be (3)
Starts with W, ends with SWAS→
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Down, as tea (10)
Starts with G, ends with KGULPADRINK→
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An hr. past midnight (5)
Starts with O, ends with MONEAM→
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Idaho's capital (5)
Starts with B, ends with EBOISE→
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Down, as in pillows (13)
Starts with G, ends with SGOOSEFEATHERS→
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Muscular (5)
Starts with B, ends with YBEEFY→
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Shred, as cheese (5)
Starts with G, ends with EGRATE→
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Inventor Whitney (3)
Starts with E, ends with IELI→
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Down, as in mood (11)
Starts with F, ends with EFEELINGBLUE→
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Bagpiper's garment (4)
Starts with K, ends with TKILT→
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Brainstorm (4)
Starts with I, ends with AIDEA→
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Down, on a map (10)
Starts with T, ends with HTOTHESOUTH→
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Slurpee alternative (4)
Starts with I, ends with EICEE→
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Pre-cut, as lumber (4)
Starts with S, ends with NSAWN→
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Donated (5)
Starts with G, ends with NGIVEN→
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Could use a massage (5)
Starts with A, ends with SACHES→
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Set __ (unchangeable) (7)
Starts with I, ends with EINSTONE→
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Help out (3)
Starts with A, ends with DAID→
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Sporty Mazda (5)
Starts with M, ends with AMIATA→
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Oceanic predators (5)
Starts with O, ends with SORCAS→
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Make very happy (5)
Starts with E, ends with EELATE→
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Ins and __ (important details) (4)
Starts with O, ends with SOUTS→
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Sparkling Italian wine (4)
Starts with A, ends with IASTI→
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Onion covering (4)
Starts with S, ends with NSKIN→
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Zesty flavor (4)
Starts with T, ends with GTANG→
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Settle a debt (3)
Starts with P, ends with YPAY→
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"Six-pack" muscles (3)
Starts with A, ends with SABS→
How to solve the Newsday Crossword
Fill the 15x15 grid so every Across and Down answer matches its clue. The title at the top hints at the theme. Our answer pages list every clue in order with its answer behind a reveal button, and link to a page for each individual clue.
Want the full method? Read our Newsday Crossword strategy and tips, or check how to play the Newsday Crossword on the hub.
Newsday Crossword tips for tomorrow
- Use the title. Newsday puzzles are titled, and the title nearly always explains the theme entries.
- Know the pseudonyms. Puzzles by "Lester Ruff" are easier; "Anna Stiga" is Stan again, backwards, and tougher.
- Expect the Stumper to be brutal. Saturday clues are deliberately vague. Fill short words first and let crossings carry you.
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Newsday Crossword FAQ
How many clues are in the Newsday Crossword for January 28, 2026?+
78 clues: 43 Across and 35 Down. The puzzle was constructed by Steve Faiella.
What are some answers in today’s Newsday Crossword?+
For example: Farm building for horses (STABLE); Haul to an auto repair shop (TOW); Wad of gum (GOB).
Who makes the Newsday Crossword?+
It is edited by Stan Newman, who also constructs many of the puzzles under pseudonyms.
Where can I find past Newsday Crossword answers?+
Every puzzle in our archive has its own page with all answers and a page per clue.
