Crossword clue

“Sneaky scheme”

This clue appeared as 3-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
PLOY
Letters4
Starts withP
Ends withY
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Sneaky scheme” ran in the USA Today Crossword on June 27, 2026 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with P and ends with Y.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Sneaky scheme” clue?+

The answer is PLOY (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of June 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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