Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger

Latest answer — July 16, 2026

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This Hawaiian island is famous for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture! 🌺

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  1. 1David Beckham or Roger Daltrey, e.g., as of 2025
  2. 4With 1-Down, appetizer often served in a crock
  3. 7Body parts whose name has remained unchanged from the Latin
  4. 8Old Turkish bigwig
  5. 9Part of MYOB

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  1. 1See 4-Across
  2. 2Fancy furniture feature
  3. 3Laundry soap brand mentioned in a "Hair" song
  4. 5Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger
  5. 6Dear companion?

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  1. 1. David Beckham or Roger Daltrey, e.g., as of 2025 — Answer: SIR. Hint: These distinguished gentlemen share a title that shows they’ve made quite the mark in their respective fields! 👑
  2. 4. With 1-Down, appetizer often served in a crock — Answer: ONION. Hint: This savory bulb is often caramelized for a delicious starter! 🧅
  3. 7. Body parts whose name has remained unchanged from the Latin — Answer: ULNAE. Hint: Think of the bones in your arm that share a name with their Latin origin! 💪
  4. 8. Old Turkish bigwig — Answer: PASHA. Hint: This historical title for a high-ranking official might sound a bit regal! 👑
  5. 9. Part of MYOB — Answer: YOUR. Hint: Think about what belongs to you in the phrase! 🏷️

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  1. 1. See 4-Across — Answer: SOUP. Hint: This warm dish often comes in a bowl and can be made with many delicious ingredients! 🍲
  2. 2. Fancy furniture feature — Answer: INLAY. Hint: Think of how intricate designs can be added to enrich a surface! 🎨
  3. 3. Laundry soap brand mentioned in a "Hair" song — Answer: RINSO. Hint: Think of a brand that gets clothes clean and is also a part of a 60s musical! 🎶
  4. 5. Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger — Answer: OAHU. Hint: This Hawaiian island is famous for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture! 🌺
  5. 6. Dear companion? — Answer: NEAR. Hint: Think about something that’s close by or within reach! 😊

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The answer to “Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger” in the The Washington Post Mini crossword is OAHU — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 16, 2026 at 5-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.

“Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger” answer

OAHU (4 letters)

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Why the answer is OAHU

This Hawaiian island is famous for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture! 🌺

When else has “Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger” appeared?

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July 16, 2026 (most recent) → OAHU. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger”?

The answer is OAHU, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 16, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger”?

4 letters: OAHU.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 16, 2026, at 5-Down.

Can “Island birthplace of Nicole Kidman and Nicole Scherzinger” have a different answer?

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