Crossword clue

“Rio dance”

This clue appeared as Across in the Newsday Crossword on Thursday, March 19, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SAMBA
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withA
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

Newsday Crossword
Mar 19, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Rio dance” ran in the Newsday Crossword on March 19, 2026 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Rio dance” clue?+

The answer is SAMBA (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of March 19, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.

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