“Ticks off”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| MIFFS | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| IRKS | 4 | 1 of 2 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Ticks off” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 3, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Ticks off” clue?+
The answer is MIFFS (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 3, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the USA Today Crossword, most recently on September 3, 2026.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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