__ and the Maytals
Editorially verified for the Oct 17, 2026
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Clue explained
Toots is the name in Toots and the Maytals, the Jamaican band led by singer Frederick “Toots” Hibbert. The group moved through ska and rocksteady into reggae, becoming known for energetic songs including “Pressure Drop” and “54-46 That’s My Number.” Hibbert’s nickname became part of the band’s name, so the blank before “and the Maytals” is Toots.
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The answer to “__ and the Maytals” in the The Washington Post crossword is TOOTS — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post crossword on October 17, 2026, a Saturday puzzle, at 26-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.
“__ and the Maytals” answer
TOOTS (5 letters)
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What does TOOTS mean?
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(noun)
- a short, sharp sound made by a horn, trumpet, or similar instrument
- a snort of a drug, especially cocaine
- a spell of drinking and lively enjoyment; a spree
When else has “__ and the Maytals” appeared?
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October 17, 2026 (most recent) → TOOTS. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.
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What is the answer to “__ and the Maytals”?
The answer is TOOTS, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post crossword on October 17, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “__ and the Maytals”?
5 letters: TOOTS.
When did this clue appear?
Most recently in the The Washington Post crossword on October 17, 2026 (a Saturday puzzle), at 26-Down.
Can “__ and the Maytals” have a different answer?
Yes — The Washington Post 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.
Where can I find the rest of this day's WaPo Crossword answers?
The full grid for October 17, 2026 is on the WaPo Crossword answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.
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