Crossword Answer
Trudge
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Thursday, July 16, 2026
By By John Wilmes
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Crossword clues, hints, and answers
Across
- 1. "__ __ Was" by Harry Styles — Answer: ASIT
- 5. Trudge — Answer: PLOD
- 6. Notice of --> — Answer: PINK
- 7. Hot tubs — Answer: SPAS
Down
- 1. Cellphone programs — Answer: APPS
- 2. --> termination — Answer: SLIP
- 3. Scottish island — Answer: IONA
- 4. Classic videotapes — Answer: TDKS
The answer to “Trudge” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is PLOD — a 4-letter word. This clue ran in the USA Today Quick on July 16, 2026 (5-Across), and if it's the last square standing between you and a finished grid, that's the word you need. Below you'll find why it fits, plus every other clue and answer from that day's puzzle in case more than one square has you stuck.
“Trudge” answer
PLOD (4 letters)
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Why the answer is PLOD
PLOD is the 4-letter solution that fits "Trudge" in the USA Today Quick crossword on July 16, 2026 (5-Across). Use the letter tiles above if you'd rather reveal it one letter at a time.
More USA Today Quick answers for July 16, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the USA Today Quick on July 16, 2026 — tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
Across
- 1. "__ __ Was" by Harry Styles → ASIT
- 5. Trudge → PLOD
- 6. Notice of --> → PINK
- 7. Hot tubs → SPAS
Down
- 1. Cellphone programs → APPS
- 2. --> termination → SLIP
- 3. Scottish island → IONA
- 4. Classic videotapes → TDKS
Want the whole grid in one place? The full USA Today Quick answer list for July 16, 2026 is on the puzzle's answers page, and today's live USA Today Quick answers are always one click away from the today page.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Trudge”?
The answer is PLOD, a 4-letter word. It appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 16, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Trudge”?
4 letters: PLOD.
Where did this clue appear?
In the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 16, 2026, at 5-Across.
Where can I find the rest of today's USA Today Quick answers?
Every clue and answer from that day's puzzle is linked above, and the full grid is on the USA Today Quick answers page.