Crossword clue
“Some telescopes have these at both ends”
This clue appeared as 44-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, October 16, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
LENSESLetters6
Starts withL
Ends withS
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Some telescopes have these at both ends” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 16, 2026 as 44-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with L and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Some telescopes have these at both ends” clue?+
The answer is LENSES (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.
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