____ facto

Latest answer — September 20, 2026

5 Across

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Clue explained

IPSO completes the Latin expression “ipso facto,” meaning “by that very fact” or “as a direct consequence.” The answer is the first word of the phrase and is normally written in lowercase.

Clue type:
Phrase or idiom
An illustration showing one fact directly leading to a consequence.

USA Today Quick Crossword

This clue's Sunday, September 20, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1____ factor
  2. 5____ facto
  3. 6Jockey strap
  4. 7Untidiness

Down

  1. 1Solid
  2. 2Fencing sword
  3. 3"No warranty"
  4. 4Howard and Perlman

The answer to “____ facto” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is IPSO — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on September 20, 2026 at 5-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“____ facto” answer

IPSO (4 letters)

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When else has “____ facto” appeared?

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September 20, 2026 (most recent) → IPSO. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “____ facto”?

The answer is IPSO, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on September 20, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “____ facto”?

4 letters: IPSO.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on September 20, 2026, at 5-Across.

Can “____ facto” have a different answer?

Yes — USA Today Quick Cross sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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