Crossword clue

“Nest that can literally weigh a ton”

This clue appeared as 15-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
AERIE
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Nest that can literally weigh a ton” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 4, 2026 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Nest that can literally weigh a ton” clue?+

The answer is AERIE (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 4, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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