What is the answer to "Passionate" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Passionate" is ARDENT (6 letters).

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Passionate USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the August 17, 2026 puzzle

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ARDENT

6 letters · Down · last seen August 17, 2026

1DShows contempt6 1ADirty haze in a city4 2DDecoration above a crib6 3DLow soccer score6 4DH.S. diploma equivalent3 5A___ off (prunes)4 5DPeriod after Mardi Gras4 6DWhale known for beaching itself to hunt4 7DDoc outlining assets before marriage6 8D___ admin (IT pro)3 9D"if u ask me . . ."4 9AFlower symbolizing faith and wisdom4