What is the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Open mic performer, often" from July 8, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Open mic performer, often”

This clue appeared as 39-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

COMIC

Letters5

Starts withC

Ends withC

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Open mic performer, often” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 8, 2026 as 39-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with C.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Open mic performer, often” clue?+

The answer is COMIC (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 8, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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