Crossword clue

“Fill in ___ blank”

This clue appeared as 51-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
THE
Letters3
Starts withT
Ends withE
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Fill in ___ blank” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 21, 2026 as 51-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with T and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Fill in ___ blank” clue?+

The answer is THE (3 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 21, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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