Newsday Crossword hints and answers for September 1, 2026
A hint and the answer for every clue, each behind its own button. Nothing is revealed until you tap.
Clues78
Across37
Down41
TitleCLICHE BOUQUET
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
•
__ Paulo, Brazil (3)
Starts with S, ends with OSAO→
•
Hoarse-sounding voice (4)
Starts with R, ends with PRASP→
•
Dishonest imitation (4)
Starts with S, ends with MSHAM→
•
Illuminated (5)
Starts with L, ends with PLITUP→
•
__ about (approximately) (4)
Starts with O, ends with RONOR→
•
Filled-and-folded tortilla (4)
Starts with T, ends with OTACO→
•
"All kidding __..." (5)
Starts with A, ends with EASIDE→
•
Dog biscuit shape (4)
Starts with B, ends with EBONE→
•
Yours and mine (4)
Starts with O, ends with SOURS→
•
Very shy person (15)
Starts with S, ends with TSHRINKINGVIOLET→
•
Rural hotel (3)
Starts with I, ends with NINN→
•
Egyptian snake (3)
Starts with A, ends with PASP→
•
Invites out for (6)
Starts with A, ends with OASKSTO→
•
__ in the neck (pest) (4)
Starts with P, ends with NPAIN→
•
Pollution-monitoring org. (3)
Starts with E, ends with AEPA→
•
Gave temporarily (4)
Starts with L, ends with TLENT→
•
With 41-Across, "no-longer-exciting" lament (10)
Starts with T, ends with STHEBLOOMIS→
•
Takes a taste of (5)
Starts with T, ends with STRIES→
•
Top left PC key (3)
Starts with E, ends with CESC→
•
Express gratitude to (5)
Starts with T, ends with KTHANK→
•
See 34-Across (10)
Starts with O, ends with EOFFTHEROSE→
•
Evening, in ads (4)
Starts with N, ends with ENITE→
•
NNW opposite (3)
Starts with S, ends with ESSE→
•
Pub beverages (4)
Starts with A, ends with SALES→
•
Unsatisfactory, as a buyer's offer (6)
Starts with T, ends with WTOOLOW→
•
Historical period (3)
Starts with E, ends with AERA→
•
"Furthermore..." (3)
Starts with A, ends with DAND→
•
Well-rested and energetic (15)
Starts with A, ends with YASFRESHASADAISY→
•
Lion's remark (4)
Starts with R, ends with RROAR→
•
Pulls from behind (4)
Starts with T, ends with STOWS→
•
Lauder of cosmetics (5)
Starts with E, ends with EESTEE→
•
Rodents that squeak (4)
Starts with M, ends with EMICE→
•
Land surrounded by water (4)
Starts with I, ends with EISLE→
•
Glossiness (5)
Starts with S, ends with NSHEEN→
•
Snowy day toy (4)
Starts with S, ends with DSLED→
•
"__ la vie" (4)
Starts with C, ends with TCEST→
•
President pro ___ (3)
Starts with T, ends with MTEM→
Down
•
Mix with a spoon (4)
Starts with S, ends with RSTIR→
•
German auto (4)
Starts with A, ends with IAUDI→
•
Gift giver's request (6)
Starts with O, ends with TOPENIT→
•
Batman's partner (5)
Starts with R, ends with NROBIN→
•
Author unknown: Abbr. (4)
Starts with A, ends with NANON→
•
Ballad or lullaby (4)
Starts with S, ends with GSONG→
•
Ultimately succeed (7)
Starts with P, ends with LPREVAIL→
•
Small front porch (5)
Starts with S, ends with PSTOOP→
•
Transport by truck (4)
Starts with H, ends with LHAUL→
•
Land measure (4)
Starts with A, ends with EACRE→
•
More than half of (4)
Starts with M, ends with TMOST→
•
__ Vegas, NV (3)
Starts with L, ends with SLAS→
•
Suffix meaning "sort of" (3)
Starts with I, ends with HISH→
•
Shoelace tangle (4)
Starts with K, ends with TKNOT→
•
"Failure __ an option" (5)
Starts with I, ends with TISNOT→
•
Female singers (5)
Starts with A, ends with SALTOS→
•
Feudal laborers (5)
Starts with S, ends with SSERFS→
•
Steak-cutting implement (5)
Starts with K, ends with EKNIFE→
•
Editor's "don't delete" mark (4)
Starts with S, ends with TSTET→
•
Mexican coins (5)
Starts with P, ends with SPESOS→
•
Fundamentals (4)
Starts with A, ends with SABCS→
•
Note sent online (5)
Starts with E, ends with LEMAIL→
•
Speckled horse (5)
Starts with P, ends with OPINTO→
•
Out of alignment (5)
Starts with A, ends with WASKEW→
•
In this place (4)
Starts with H, ends with EHERE→
•
"This is terrible!" (4)
Starts with O, ends with OOHNO→
•
Let others use (5)
Starts with S, ends with ESHARE→
•
Easily stretched (7)
Starts with E, ends with CELASTIC→
•
Sicilian volcano (4)
Starts with E, ends with AETNA→
•
Least typical (6)
Starts with O, ends with TODDEST→
•
Made a mistake (5)
Starts with E, ends with DERRED→
•
Balance sheet plus (5)
Starts with A, ends with TASSET→
•
Jacket sleeves (4)
Starts with A, ends with SARMS→
•
Garden dirt (4)
Starts with S, ends with LSOIL→
•
Turn towards (4)
Starts with F, ends with EFACE→
•
Hydrant attachment (4)
Starts with H, ends with EHOSE→
•
Leather-piercing tools (4)
Starts with A, ends with SAWLS→
•
Tennis great Arthur (4)
Starts with A, ends with EASHE→
•
Line on a grocery list (4)
Starts with I, ends with MITEM→
•
Have a look at (3)
Starts with S, ends with ESEE→
•
Strong craving (3)
Starts with Y, ends with NYEN→
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.
Done for today? Try LA Times Crossword, NYT Crossword, USA Today Crossword, all with hints first and answers behind a reveal.
Previous Newsday Crossword puzzles
Newsday Crossword FAQ
How many clues are in the Newsday Crossword for September 1, 2026?+
78 clues: 37 Across and 41 Down. The puzzle was constructed by Billie Truitt.
What are some answers in today’s Newsday Crossword?+
For example: __ Paulo, Brazil (SAO); Hoarse-sounding voice (RASP); Dishonest imitation (SHAM).
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.
