Crossword clue

“City near Phoenix”

This clue appeared as 43-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
MESA
Letters4
Starts withM
Ends withA
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “City near Phoenix” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 8, 2026 as 43-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with M and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “City near Phoenix” clue?+

The answer is MESA (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 8, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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