What is the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue ""Where ignorance is bliss, ___ folly to be wise"" from September 17, 2026?

Crossword clue

“"Where ignorance is bliss, ___ folly to be wise"”

This clue appeared as 9-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

TIS

Letters3

Starts withT

Ends withS

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “"Where ignorance is bliss, ___ folly to be wise"” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 17, 2026 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with T and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “"Where ignorance is bliss, ___ folly to be wise"” clue?+

The answer is TIS (3 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 17, 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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