Crossword clue
“Gunky buildup”
This clue appeared as 16-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
CRUDLetters4
Starts withC
Ends withD
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Gunky buildup” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 30, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with C and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Gunky buildup” clue?+
The answer is CRUD (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 30, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.
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