Crossword clue

“I, on the periodic table”

This clue appeared as 45-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
IODINE
Letters6
Starts withI
Ends withE
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “I, on the periodic table” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 22, 2026 as 45-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with I 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 “I, on the periodic table” clue?+

The answer is IODINE (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 22, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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