Crossword clue
“Word before "curl" or "dip"”
This clue appeared as 51-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, September 21, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
TRICEPLetters6
Starts withT
Ends withP
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Word before "curl" or "dip"” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 21, 2026 as 51-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with T and ends with P.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Word before "curl" or "dip"” clue?+
The answer is TRICEP (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 21, 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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