What is the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Make small talk" from September 3, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Make small talk”

This clue appeared as 9-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

CHAT

Letters4

Starts withC

Ends withT

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Make small talk” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 3, 2026 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with C and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Make small talk” clue?+

The answer is CHAT (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 3, 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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