Crossword clue
“Sidewalk-spraying tool”
This clue appeared as 16-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, October 9, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
HOSELetters4
Starts withH
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Sidewalk-spraying tool” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 9, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with H and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Sidewalk-spraying tool” clue?+
The answer is HOSE (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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