Crossword clue
“Cunning”
This clue appeared as 5-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersSeen 2 times
CRAFTYLetters6
Starts withC
Ends withY
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| CRAFTY | 6 | 1 of 2 |
| SLY | 3 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Cunning” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 3, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with C and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Cunning” clue?+
The answer is CRAFTY (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 3, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the USA Today Crossword, most recently on October 3, 2026.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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