Crostic Daily Answers - May 16, 2026
4 puzzles, 39 clues — solutions for May 16, 2026
Today's Crostic Daily Challenge
Complete answers for all 4 Crostic daily puzzles on May 16, 2026. Every clue is matched to its answer so you can check your progress or find the solution you need. Use the tables below or jump to any puzzle instantly.
Puzzle 1
10 clues| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Hugo ___, fashion company | BOSS |
| Be successful in an exam, course, etc. | PASS |
| Master's, Ph.D., e.g. | DEGREE |
| Transformers character Optimus ___ | PRIME |
| Forward-looking and innovative | MODERN |
| Fruit rich in Vitamin C | ORANGE |
| Brand name for computer operating system | UNIX |
| Where Chichén Itzá is | MEXICO |
| Subject such as physics, chemistry, etc. | SCIENCE |
| ___ hours (9 a.m. to 6 p.m., e.g.) | OPENING |
Puzzle 2
11 clues| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| University teacher, shortly | PROF |
| He/she has access to confidential information | INSIDER |
| Word before "director", "sheriff" or "chairman" | DEPUTY |
| TV maker | PHILIPS |
| High-level programming language | PERL |
| Car with four circles logo | AUDI |
| Actor and producer Freeman | MORGAN |
| " ___ Woman" (romantic comedy with Roberts and Gere | PRETTY |
| Hunting expedition in Africa | SAFARI |
| Permitting, granting | ALLOWING |
| Continuance or persistence in time | DURATION |
Puzzle 3
10 clues| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Eternal City | ROME |
| ___ Mexico (state) | NEW |
| Can be lactose free | MILK |
| Cyclotronic bit | ATOM |
| Spoil or destroy completely | RUIN |
| Speed ___ sign | LIMIT |
| Actor ___ Pegg | SIMON |
| Natural fibre | COTTON |
| Small harbor | MARINA |
| Popular belt material | LEATHER |
Puzzle 4
8 clues| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Nuclear fission pioneer Otto | HAHN |
| Thick woollen fabric | TWEED |
| "Lilo & ___"(Disney film) | STITCH |
| Massachusetts city and river | TAUNTON |
| Wooden house in mountain areas | CHALET |
| Winter weather factor | WINDCHILL |
| Song by Billy Joel | ALLENTOWN |
| Novelist Hawthorne | NATHANIEL |
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About Crostic Daily Answers
Crostic is a word puzzle game that challenges players to solve interconnected clue-and-answer grids. Each daily set features 4 individual puzzles that test vocabulary, general knowledge, and lateral thinking. The Crostic daily format has become a favorite among word puzzle enthusiasts looking for a fresh challenge every day.
This page covers the May 16, 2026 puzzles with 39 total clues and solutions. Whether you are stuck on a single tricky clue or want to confirm your entire grid, every answer is organized by puzzle number in easy-to-read tables. Navigate between daily puzzles using the archive or browse popular categories for more Crostic solutions.
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How many puzzles are in each Crostic daily?
Each Crostic daily challenge contains 4 puzzles with a combined total of 39 clues and answers.
Where do the May 16, 2026 answers come from?
Answers on this page are sourced from official Crostic puzzle data and organized by puzzle number.
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