French city

Latest answer — September 04, 2026

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LYON is a major city in east-central France, located near the Rhône and Saône rivers.

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Definition
A view of Lyon, France, with the city and its rivers.

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This clue's Friday, September 04, 2026 appearance

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  4. 4French city

The answer to “French city” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is LYON — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on September 4, 2026 at 4-Down. 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.

“French city” answer

LYON (4 letters)

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When else has “French city” appeared?

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September 4, 2026 (most recent) → LYON. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “French city”?

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

How many letters is the answer to “French city”?

4 letters: LYON.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on September 4, 2026, at 4-Down.

Can “French city” 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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