Crossword clue

“Element with the shortest name”

This clue appeared as 49-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
TIN
Letters3
Starts withT
Ends withN
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Element with the shortest name” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 10, 2026 as 49-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with T and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Element with the shortest name” clue?+

The answer is TIN (3 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 10, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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