Hard Crossword Puzzles

Step up to late-week, themeless-style crosswords built to test seasoned solvers with tricky wordplay and wide-open grids.

This Week’s Expert Crossword

A 15x15 themeless puzzle featuring layered clues, deceptive wordplay, and fresh vocabulary.

Hard

Week of September 29, 2025 Average Solve: 38 minutes Challenge Rating: 5/5

Battle through stacked clues, diagonal themes, and crunchy fill inside our responsive solver.

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Print the high-resolution grid to test yourself on paper or with a solving group.

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Learn how to decode clue misdirections and manage wide-open corners.

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