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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

May “Mean Girls” never die (even if I find that movie incredibly stressful). Solve for free at www.timesfreepress.com/puzzles/univ... and www.theglobeandmail.com/puzzles-and-...

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Universal Crossword | Chattanooga Times Free Press

Chattanooga's only daily newspaper. Complete coverage of breaking news in Chattanooga, Other local, regional and national news. Classifieds and online marketplace.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Just when I thought I couldn’t make a crossword even *more* Canadian www.theglobeandmail.com/puzzles-and-...

theglobeandmail.com

Daily Crossword

Solve today’s daily puzzle. Try Saturday’s exclusive Canadian crossword.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

If there were ever a perfect time to make my debut at @avcx.bsky.social, it’d be my birthday. Cake and crosswords, what else does a bday girl want? avxwords.com

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AVCX – Crosswords for the (not) faint of heart.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I’ve got today’s @bonmo.app crossword: “We Are Family”. I’ve got all my sisters with me. We are family. Get up, everybody, and sing.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Making my Apple debut today thanks to @e-a-rly.bsky.social the GOAT. I plan on saying “Oy with the poodles already!” all day. apple.news/JXycuB-d3TZa...

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Thursday, Sep 3, 2026: Freestyle — Apple News+ Crossword

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

I’ve grown meta-obsessed, so I’m extra happy to be featured at Ariadne this month. I’ve read this book a lot a lot. Nearly did my MA in it (but ended up doing it on the dramaturgy of contemporary Canadian female clowning, as you do). ariadnescrosswordlibrary.com/2026/09/01/s...

ariadnescrosswordlibrary.com

September 2026 Monthly Contest: “The Brains of the Operation”

Ah, September, that baffling month where pumpkins are for sale in containers labeled with pictures of watermelons. But I digress. Back to crosswords! This month’s contest puzzle is “The Brains of t…

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Happy @lollapuzzoola.bsky.social, people! Sad I won’t be there in person, but, uh, I guess my spirit is sort of there? In a non-creepy, I-wrote-a-puzzle-for-it kind of way.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

It’s a double puzzle day, with extra fun: 1) My first one with @bonmo.app under its awesome new name, 2) My first appearance in the new awesome blog by @jessshulman.bsky.social @theglobeandmail.com apple.co/4ypuWOy www.theglobeandmail.com/puzzles-and-...

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

I promise it’s not a scary puzzle. You know what *was* scary? Getting stuck in Isla Negra with a pack of wild dogs while I was visiting one of Pablo Neruda’s houses. Oops 😅 (Not that that story is going to help you much with this puzzle. Unless…) play.usatoday.com/crossword

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Daily Crossword Puzzles | USA TODAY

Daily online crossword puzzles brought to you by USA TODAY. Start with your first free puzzle today and challenge yourself with a new crossword daily!

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

In @theglobeandmail.com again today with another sports title. If I can do a sports puzzle, there’s hope for anyone. www.theglobeandmail.com/puzzles-and-...

theglobeandmail.com

Daily Crossword

Solve today’s daily puzzle. Try Saturday’s exclusive Canadian crossword.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

I channeled my dad for this World Cup-themed puzzle. He once befriended someone with a radio while we were *camping* so he could catch the Sporting match. That’s some commitment. www.theglobeandmail.com/puzzles-and-...

theglobeandmail.com

The Globe and Mail’s 2026 FIFA World Cup bonus crossword puzzle

The world is watching. Get into the spirit as Canada co-hosts the FIFA World Cup!

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

For those able to do @crosswordflow.bsky.social, my puzzle is there today (“In the Jungle You Must Wait…”) I might be there tomorrow too 👀

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

A year ago today I had my first crossword published when @puzzmo.com gave me a shot 🙏 I can admit this now, but I heard about the open call the day before the deadline… and my Google search history that day *might* have included “What’s a midi crossword?”

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Kareem and I bring you today’s Universal puzzle, tada! 🥚 Playable online at The Globe and Mail too www.theglobeandmail.com/puzzles-and-...

theglobeandmail.com

Daily Crossword

Solve today’s daily puzzle. Try Saturday’s exclusive Canadian crossword.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Making my @thewalrus.ca crossword debut today. Feeling patriotic. Also feeling hungry. 🍩 Maybe Timmies will sponsor my puzzle career. thewalrus.ca/games/crossw...

thewalrus.ca

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

My @puzzmo.com puzz today is dedicated to my little niece. I haven’t seen her awake yet (ruuuude), but maybe she can find it in her busy newborn schedule to take a peek. www.puzzmo.com/puzzle/2026-...

puzzmo.com

Puzzmo - Cross|word

Play Cross|word on Puzzmo, Take a hint.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

My first 21 x 21 ever is making its appearance online *and* in print at @theglobeandmail.com today 🇨🇦 Check out their new games app too that @jessshulman.bsky.social has made fab www.theglobeandmail.com/puzzles-and-...

theglobeandmail.com

Daily Crossword

Solve today’s daily puzzle. Try Saturday’s exclusive Canadian crossword.

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These Puzzles Fund Abortion @tpfa.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

We are happy to announce that our fundraising page is live! When you make a donation during our presale period, you will be among the first to receive TPFA6 when it is released on March 15th. fund.nnaf.org/tpfa6 #tpfa6

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

I’m nominated for an ORCA! Wild. It’s the Oscars of the crossword world. Super honoured to be part of the “Emerging Constructor” crew. Look at all these names! All fabulous. All available to check out on the ballot (and donating gets you the puzzle pack too) crosswordfiend.com/2026-orcas-b...

crosswordfiend.com

2026 ORCAS Ballot |

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John Lieb @boswords.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

There is still time to register for the Boswords 2026 Winter Wondersolve, which is happening *tomorrow* afternoon. Go to boswords.org to register and for details. The constructors listed below have prepared four puzzles for you to enjoy! Come solve with us!

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Last Lil of my 2025 mentorship *sniff sniff*. I’m not crying, you’re crying… And it’s my first meta—but not my last. Because tearing my hair out while drafting complex-ish things is my new version of fun.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

The working title of this puzzle was “I Swear I Didn’t Predict the Louvre Heist.” I still maintain my innocence. The only thing I’ve ever stolen is a bottle of Coke. And that’s only because I totally forgot to pay for it. (Sorry to the Bulk Barn that existed in my hometown mall.)

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Today’s @puzzmo.com comes from my brain. So, I’ll either just say “sorry” now or “you’re welcome” depending on your feelings about it. puzzmo.com/puzzle/2025-...

puzzmo.com

Puzzmo - Cross|word

Play Cross|word on Puzzmo, Take a hint.

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AVCX Classic @avcx.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Here’s the deal! Subscribe, renew, or buy a gift subscription from avxwords.com from now thru the end of the year, and get a new meta mini pack, free. After subscribing, send a blank email to freeminis@avxwords.com with “mini meta” in the subject line, and we’ll send you the pack. Honor system!

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AVCX – Crosswords for the (not) faint of heart.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Thanks @sallyhoelscher.bsky.social for blogging about my USAT solo debut yesterday! usatodayxwordblog.blogspot.com/2025/10/october-21-2025.html?m=1

usatodayxwordblog.blogspot.com

October 21, 2025

Daily blog about the USA Today crossword

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

@amiewalker.bsky.social and I have today’s Universal puzzle (my debut with them!). Here’s the linkyboo… syndication.andrewsmcmeel.com/puzzles/crosswords

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Andrews McMeel Syndication - Home

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

I’ve got this week’s boswords.org puzzle! Big thanks to the team for having me—and for Jeff for boldly accepting to be the featured solver. The loveliest crew. @boswords.bsky.social

boswords.org

Boswords Main | Boswords

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John Lieb @boswords.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

We are excited to be releasing Puzzle #1 of the Boswords Fall Themeless League tomorrow night! Thanks to all who have joined so far, and there's still time to join the fun! For more info, a short video explaining the Fall League, and to register, go to boswords.org.

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AVCX Classic @avcx.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

As we move toward our fall subscription drive, we hope you’ll consider supporting us in part bc we are an independent media company. No, crosswords are not as vital as journalism. But yes, all content that we consume matters, and it should be as free as possible from corporate control.

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

I had to write a puzzle for my newest stage of adulting. I feel you, Monica Geller!

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

I feel like I’m at the Oscars and I’m nominated in the same category as Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. I’m almost tempted to write hashtag blessed… but I’ll spare you.

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Lil AVCX @lilavcx.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Put on your dancing shoes! Tonight we have an 11x12 puzzle by roster member Carina da Rosa (@carinadarosa.bsky.social) called "Sorry, Patrick Swayze, But I Put Baby in the Corner."

Crossword puzzle with 1-Down highlighted: [If this Jewish
deli bread were a game of Bop It, you might: Roll it! Fill it! Twist it! Braid it!] (5 letters)

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

As I develop my crossword persona, I think it’s becoming a sassy ‘90s Disney princess. Here’s my puzz today over at @puzzmo.com! www.puzzmo.com/puzzle/2025-...

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Puzzmo - Cross|word

Play Cross|word on Puzzmo, Take a hint.

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Midwest Crossword Tournament @midwestcrossword.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

We're beyond thrilled to present puzzles by this fantastic set of constructors at the second Midwest Crossword Tournament, October 4, 2025 in Chicago! Read more about them and register now at midwestgridfest.com

2025 Midwest Crossword Tournament constructors: Evan Birnholz, Kyle Dolan, Katie Hoody, Lydia Roth & Christina Bodensiek, Hemant Mehta, Taylor Johnson

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Lil AVCX @lilavcx.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

Today we bring you the latest midi from roster member Carina da Rosa (@carinadarosa.bsky.social‬). It's a 13x11 titled "That's What She Said." We think you'll enjoy how this puzzle manages to be light-hearted and educational at the same time.

Crossword puzzle with 30-Across highlighted: ["What did the thread say to the stony-faced needle?" "Why ___ serious?"] (three letters)

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Thanks to Igor and the team for including me in their Apple fun (and being so lovely to work with). Baby’s first mini…

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Dena and I have today’s crossword at @wsj.com (my debut with them!) Print, online, choose your own solving adventure. www.wsj.com/articles/sta...

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Startup Hurdles (Tuesday Crossword, June 3)

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Carina @carinadarosa.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Having my @puzzmo.com debut today (and my crossword debut) feels like my birthday. I’m gonna buy cake and Marie Antoinette this day up. Don’t worry, I won’t lose my head… www.puzzmo.com/puzzle/2025-...

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Puzzmo - Cross|word

Play Cross|word on Puzzmo, Take a hint.

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