Crossword clue

“Governor's office staffer”

This clue appeared as 18-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, October 2, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
AIDE
Letters4
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “Governor's office staffer” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 2, 2026 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Governor's office staffer” clue?+

The answer is AIDE (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 2, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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