Crossword clue

“Two less than penta-”

This clue appeared as Across in the Newsday Crossword on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
TRI
Letters3
Starts withT
Ends withI
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

Newsday Crossword
Aug 12, 20253 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Two less than penta-” ran in the Newsday Crossword on August 12, 2025 as Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with T and ends with I.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Two less than penta-” clue?+

The answer is TRI (3 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of August 12, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.

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