What is the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "People on the payroll" from September 4, 2026?

Crossword clue

“People on the payroll”

This clue appeared as 25-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, September 4, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

STAFF

Letters5

Starts withS

Ends withF

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “People on the payroll” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 4, 2026 as 25-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with F, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “People on the payroll” clue?+

The answer is STAFF (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 4, 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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