Crossword clue

“Expert”

This clue appeared as 18-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MAVEN
Letters5
Starts withM
Ends withN
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Oct 6, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Expert” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 6, 2026 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Expert” clue?+

The answer is MAVEN (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 6, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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