Newsday Crossword hints and answers for July 22, 2026
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Clues78
Across37
Down41
TitleABOVE THE NECK
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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Tree with cones (3)
Starts with F, ends with RFIR→
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Traditional proverb (5)
Starts with A, ends with EADAGE→
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Egg-shaped (4)
Starts with O, ends with LOVAL→
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Object of worship (4)
Starts with I, ends with LIDOL→
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High male singing voice (5)
Starts with T, ends with RTENOR→
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San Juan, Puerto __ (4)
Starts with R, ends with ORICO→
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Evaluate (4)
Starts with R, ends with ERATE→
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Something scary (10)
Starts with H, ends with RHAIRRAISER→
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Wild guess (4)
Starts with S, ends with TSHOT→
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"If not..." (4)
Starts with E, ends with EELSE→
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Rental agreement (5)
Starts with L, ends with ELEASE→
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Hare's race opponent (8)
Starts with T, ends with ETORTOISE→
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Ceiling appliance (3)
Starts with F, ends with NFAN→
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Increases, as a bet (3)
Starts with U, ends with SUPS→
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Antagonistic (7)
Starts with H, ends with EHOSTILE→
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Attention-grabbing sight (10)
Starts with E, ends with REYECATCHER→
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"In what way?" (3)
Starts with H, ends with WHOW→
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Entangle, as thread (5)
Starts with R, ends with LRAVEL→
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Stan of Marvel Comics (3)
Starts with L, ends with ELEE→
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Not at all taut (5)
Starts with L, ends with ELOOSE→
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Intense anger (3)
Starts with I, ends with EIRE→
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Astonishing thing (10)
Starts with J, ends with RJAWDROPPER→
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Much more than sore (7)
Starts with E, ends with DENRAGED→
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December 24th or 31st (3)
Starts with E, ends with EEVE→
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Tiny speck (3)
Starts with D, ends with TDOT→
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Press reporting (8)
Starts with C, ends with ECOVERAGE→
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Lebanon neighbor (5)
Starts with S, ends with ASYRIA→
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__ in the woods (innocent person) (4)
Starts with B, ends with EBABE→
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Adam's second son (4)
Starts with A, ends with LABEL→
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Very attractive thing (10)
Starts with H, ends with RHEADTURNER→
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Lug around (4)
Starts with T, ends with ETOTE→
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Sicilian volcano (4)
Starts with E, ends with AETNA→
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Loop in a lariat (5)
Starts with N, ends with ENOOSE→
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Guitarist Clapton (4)
Starts with E, ends with CERIC→
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Burrows through (4)
Starts with D, ends with SDIGS→
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Formerly possessed (5)
Starts with O, ends with DOWNED→
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Explosive initials (3)
Starts with T, ends with TTNT→
Down
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Gold medalist's place (5)
Starts with F, ends with TFIRST→
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Potato-growing state (5)
Starts with I, ends with OIDAHO→
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Helicopter blade (5)
Starts with R, ends with RROTOR→
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Nonbeliever (7)
Starts with A, ends with TATHEIST→
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Distributes the cards (5)
Starts with D, ends with SDEALS→
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Licorice-flavored herb (5)
Starts with A, ends with EANISE→
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Clinton's VP (4)
Starts with G, ends with EGORE→
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Make a mistake (3)
Starts with E, ends with RERR→
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Align (towards) (6)
Starts with O, ends with TORIENT→
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Passport stamp (4)
Starts with V, ends with AVISA→
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Sails through, as a test (4)
Starts with A, ends with SACES→
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Handed-down wisdom (4)
Starts with L, ends with ELORE→
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Base of many salads (7)
Starts with L, ends with ELETTUCE→
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Cry of regret (4)
Starts with A, ends with SALAS→
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White gem (4)
Starts with O, ends with LOPAL→
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In favor of (3)
Starts with F, ends with RFOR→
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Follow, as advice (4)
Starts with H, ends with DHEED→
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Breakfast restaurant chain (4)
Starts with I, ends with PIHOP→
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Misplace (4)
Starts with L, ends with ELOSE→
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Antique pitcher (4)
Starts with E, ends with REWER→
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Toledo's lake (4)
Starts with E, ends with EERIE→
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Knitter's material (4)
Starts with Y, ends with NYARN→
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At any time (4)
Starts with E, ends with REVER→
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Dressed (in) (4)
Starts with C, ends with DCLAD→
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Chop down (3)
Starts with H, ends with WHEW→
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Be wild about (4)
Starts with L, ends with ELOVE→
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Handle, as machinery (7)
Starts with O, ends with EOPERATE→
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Airport arrival (3)
Starts with J, ends with TJET→
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Held in high esteem (7)
Starts with R, ends with DREVERED→
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Nike rival (6)
Starts with A, ends with SADIDAS→
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Barnyard beast (4)
Starts with G, ends with TGOAT→
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Nikon alternative (5)
Starts with C, ends with NCANON→
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Santalike (5)
Starts with O, ends with EOBESE→
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Cancel, as a launch (5)
Starts with A, ends with TABORT→
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Be admitted (5)
Starts with G, ends with NGETIN→
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Choose for an office (5)
Starts with E, ends with TELECT→
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Where saws may be stored (4)
Starts with S, ends with DSHED→
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Mythical mountain monster (4)
Starts with Y, ends with IYETI→
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Sounded, as a doorbell (4)
Starts with R, ends with GRANG→
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Facial ridge (4)
Starts with B, ends with WBROW→
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Numero __ (3)
Starts with U, ends with OUNO→
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.
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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 July 22, 2026?+
78 clues: 37 Across and 41 Down. The puzzle was constructed by Sanjay Rao.
What are some answers in today’s Newsday Crossword?+
For example: Tree with cones (FIR); Traditional proverb (ADAGE); Egg-shaped (OVAL).
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.
