Universal Crossword August 17, 2025 Answers
By CJ Tan
Editor: David Steinberg
Here you'll find the complete answers to the Universal Crossword crossword from August 17, 2025. All 70 solutions are listed below and matched to the interactive grid. Click any clue to explore its answer in detail, including how often it has been used in other crossword puzzles.
Across
1.
Reprimand
6.
Word before "drop" or "drum"
10.
Transmitted
14.
Opportunity to see "Sleepless in Seattle" before sleeping, say
16.
Ad award
17.
Message addressed to an individual but intended for all to read
18.
Nevada tourist city
19.
Hereditary
20.
"I'll gladly do that!"
22.
Hands, in Spanish
24.
Comes face-to-face with
25.
Degrees for some execs
27.
Siri's platform
29.
Substitute for legal tender
31.
James of "The Godfather"
32.
Question after nobody answers the door
34.
Creative pursuit
35.
High-speed camera system used in awards shows
36.
___ favor (please, in Spanish)
37.
Indicator of acidity or political support
39.
"This ___ take long"
40.
Coke and Pepsi
41.
Yoga surface
42.
Neck area
43.
Nuisances
45.
Flat vacancy sign
47.
Mr. Met and Benny the Bull, for two
49.
Gradually increase, with "up"
53.
Marine apex predator
54.
Person with a sound mind?
56.
Asterisk
57.
What Costco offers for no cost
58.
Banks of fashion
59.
Fish propellers
60.
Affirmative responses
Down
1.
Urban haze
2.
Get by
3.
Pizzeria appliance
4.
Football center, guard or tackle
5.
Triangular river formations
6.
Crypto kiosk
7.
Reality show with a Golden Buzzer, briefly
8.
"___ living her best life"
9.
Pull some strings?
10.
Sound from suddenly braking
11.
Music genre for Robyn or Charli XCX
12.
Singer dubbed the "High Priestess of Soul"
13.
Phineas or Ferb, e.g.
15.
German refusal
21.
Put back to zero, e.g.
23.
Vegan protein source
25.
Nintendo series with board game elements
26.
Reminder of a past fight
28.
Tales that appeal to emotion
30.
Sassy
31.
Integral math course?
32.
Ice Bucket Challenge cause
33.
"... kidding!"
35.
Enthusiasm
38.
Eyelash makeup
39.
"I'll show you how it's done"
42.
Earnings after tax
44.
Musical lines?
46.
Vietnam neighbor
47.
The "M" in MVP
48.
___ Cruise (Katie Holmes' daughter)
50.
Body parts that "don't lie" in a Shakira song
51.
French fashion magazine
52.
Casual tops
55.
Lion's lair
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in the Universal Crossword crossword from August 17, 2025?
The Universal Crossword crossword from August 17, 2025 contains 70 clues and answers.
The puzzle has 35 Across clues and 35 Down clues.
Where can I find the answers for the August 17, 2025 Universal Crossword crossword?
All 70 answers for the Universal Crossword crossword from August 17, 2025 are listed on this page. You can browse answers by Across and Down directions, or click on any clue to see a detailed breakdown with alternative solutions and appearances in other crossword puzzles.
Who created the August 17, 2025 Universal Crossword crossword?
The Universal Crossword crossword from August 17, 2025 was constructed by CJ Tan and edited by David Steinberg.
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