Crossword clue

“Pipe problems”

This clue appeared as 8-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
LEAKS
Letters5
Starts withL
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Jul 29, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Pipe problems” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 29, 2026 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Pipe problems” clue?+

The answer is LEAKS (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 29, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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