Crossword clue

“Small landmass surrounded by water”

This clue appeared as 37-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ISLET
Letters5
Starts withI
Ends withT
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Small landmass surrounded by water” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 17, 2026 as 37-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Small landmass surrounded by water” clue?+

The answer is ISLET (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 17, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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