Crossword Answers & Clue Solver
Stuck on a crossword clue? Paste it into our free AI clue solver, or browse 12,000+ community crosswords to find the answer you need.
AI Clue Solver
Paste any crossword clue and get likely answers ranked by relevance. Works for NYT, LA Times, USA Today, cryptics, and any other source.
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12,000+ community crosswords with reveal-answer support. Filter by topic and difficulty to find the puzzle you're working on.
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How to Solve a Crossword Clue Fast
A quick reference for crossword solvers who need the answer in a hurry.
Most crossword clues have a straight, literal answer. Check the obvious meaning before assuming wordplay. Count the letters so the answer matches the grid slot length.
Any letters already filled in from intersecting answers massively narrow the possibilities. A single known letter often cuts candidates in half.
Clues match answer grammar: past-tense clue → past-tense answer. Plural noun clue → plural answer (often ending in S or ES).
When all else fails, paste the clue into our AI clue solver. It ranks candidate answers by clue semantics, so it often finds the answer even for tricky wordplay.