Crossword clue
“Layer of paint”
This clue appeared as 16-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
COATLetters4
Starts withC
Ends withT
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Layer of paint” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 18, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with C and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Layer of paint” clue?+
The answer is COAT (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the USA Today Crossword, most recently on October 18, 2026.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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