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From Cusco, once? (5)
Think of the ancient civilization known for its impressive architecture and culture! 🏔️
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Friday, July 17, 2026
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- 1. Chemical neurotransmitter - in a moped (anag) (8) — Answer: DOPAMINE. Hint: Think of a feel-good chemical that helps you ride through life's ups and downs! 🚴♂️
- 5. Crustacean on the side-walk? (4) — Answer: CRAB. Hint: If you spot a little shellfish making its way across the pavement, you might be in for a pinch! 🦀
- 9. Archaic (5) — Answer: DATED. Hint: Think about something that belongs to a time long gone! 🕰️
- 10. Dance party (7) — Answer: SHINDIG. Hint: This lively gathering often involves music, fun, and lots of moving to the beat! 🎉
- 11. Charity (12) — Answer: PHILANTHROPY. Hint: Think of the love for humanity that drives giving! ❤️
- 13. Outcast (6) — Answer: PARIAH. Hint: Think of someone who feels excluded from society or a group. 🏴☠️
- 14. Turkish city (6) — Answer: ANKARA. Hint: This capital city is known for its rich history and is the heart of Turkey! 🇹🇷
- 17. Incautious (5-3-4) — Answer: DEVILMAYCARE. Hint: Sometimes living on the edge means putting caution aside! 😈
- 20. Eyelash thickener (7) — Answer: MASCARA. Hint: This beauty product gives your lashes a fuller look! 💄
- 21. From Cusco, once? (5) — Answer: INCAN. Hint: Think of the ancient civilization known for its impressive architecture and culture! 🏔️
- 22. Bottle stopper (4) — Answer: CORK. Hint: Think of what keeps your favorite drinks fresh and bubbly! 🍷
- 23. Unusually high (8) — Answer: FALSETTO. Hint: Think of a singing style that can reach those high notes! 🎶
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- 1. Bird once on Mauritius (4) — Answer: DODO. Hint: This extinct bird was famously known for its inability to fly and is often used as a symbol of extinction. 🦤
- 2. Wine or water jug? (7) — Answer: PITCHER. Hint: Think of something that holds your favorite drink, whether it's for a toast or a refreshment! 🍷
- 3. Tiny tracks and rolling stock (5,7) — Answer: MODELRAILWAY. Hint: Think of a miniature version of a train system you might love to build! 🚂
- 4. Sticking hooter in (where unwanted?) (6) — Answer: NOSING. Hint: When you snoop around, you might find something you shouldn't! 🔍
- 6. Programme transmitter (5) — Answer: RADIO. Hint: It's the device that brings you music and news on the go! 📻
- 7. Bugaboo bloke? (8) — Answer: BOGEYMAN. Hint: Think of a character that often haunts nightmares! 👻
- 8. Traditional things in the newspaper once? (4,3,5) — Answer: FISHANDCHIPS. Hint: Think of a classic meal that pairs well with a seaside view! 🍽️
- 12. Dim piece (anag) (8) — Answer: EPIDEMIC. Hint: Sometimes, a hidden problem can spread unexpectedly in a community. 🦠
- 15. Type of fruit (7) — Answer: APRICOT. Hint: This sweet stone fruit has a lovely orange hue and is often enjoyed in jams! 🍑
- 16. Tomorrow - or never? (6) — Answer: MANANA. Hint: Think of a way to say 'later' in Spanish! 🌅
- 18. Brim - tennis player's wear (5) — Answer: VISOR. Hint: Think of something sporty that blocks the sun while you serve! ☀️
- 19. Facts (4) — Answer: INFO. Hint: Think about the little nuggets of knowledge we often share! 📚
The answer to “From Cusco, once? (5)” in the The Guardian Quick crossword is INCAN — a 5-letter word. This clue ran in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 17, 2026, a Friday puzzle, at 21-Across. If it's the entry standing between you and a clean grid, that's the word you need — and below you'll find why it fits, plus links to the day's other clues if more than one square is giving you trouble.
“From Cusco, once? (5)” answer
INCAN (5 letters)
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Why the answer is INCAN
Think of the ancient civilization known for its impressive architecture and culture! 🏔️
When else has “From Cusco, once? (5)” appeared?
The Guardian Quick reuses clues across dates, sometimes with a different answer depending on the grid. Here's where this exact clue has shown up before, and what the answer was each time — handy if you landed here from a puzzle on another date.
July 17, 2026 (this puzzle) → INCAN. We haven't indexed an earlier appearance of this exact clue yet.
More clues from the Guardian Quick crossword on July 17, 2026
Stuck elsewhere in the grid? Here are some of the crossing and nearby clues from the same puzzle — tap any for its answer and explanation.
- Traditional things in the newspaper once? (4,3,5) → FISHANDCHIPS
- Type of fruit (7) → APRICOT
- Facts (4) → INFO
- Eyelash thickener (7) → MASCARA
- Bottle stopper (4) → CORK
- Unusually high (8) → FALSETTO
- Brim - tennis player's wear (5) → VISOR
- Incautious (5-3-4) → DEVILMAYCARE
Want every clue in one place? The full The Guardian Quick answer list for July 17, 2026 is on that day's grid page, and today's live Guardian Quick answers are always one tap from the today page.
About the Guardian Quick Crossword
The Guardian Quick Crossword is a British straight-definition daily (typically around 13×13) — no cryptic wordplay, just clean definitions and abbreviations. This page covers a Friday puzzle. Because answers favour common UK vocabulary and short fill, seeing a confirmation once makes the next appearance easy to spot.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “From Cusco, once? (5)”?
The answer is INCAN, a 5-letter word. It appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 17, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “From Cusco, once? (5)”?
5 letters: INCAN.
Where did this clue appear?
In the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 17, 2026 (a Friday puzzle), at 21-Across.
Can “From Cusco, once? (5)” have a different answer?
Yes — The Guardian Quick 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 Guardian Quick answers?
The full grid for July 17, 2026 is on the Guardian Quick answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.