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"99 Luftballons" artist
This German singer is best known for a catchy anti-war anthem from the '80s! 🎈
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Friday, July 17, 2026
By By John Wilmes
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- 1. Arboretum item — Answer: TREE. Hint: Think of what you might find towering above you in a garden filled with nature! 🌳
- 5. Royals player Bobby ____ Jr. — Answer: WITT. Hint: This player shares a last name with a famous saying about being clever! 🧠
- 6. Worshipped one — Answer: ICON. Hint: Think of a figure often adored or adored in art and culture! 🎨
- 7. "99 Luftballons" artist — Answer: NENA. Hint: This German singer is best known for a catchy anti-war anthem from the '80s! 🎈
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- 1. Minnesota player — Answer: TWIN. Hint: Think of the famous baseball team associated with this northern state! ⚾
- 2. Chiefs player Rashee — Answer: RICE. Hint: This player shares a last name with a famous grain often served as a side dish! 🍚
- 3. English school — Answer: ETON. Hint: This prestigious school has educated many British leaders! 🎓
- 4. Italian volcano — Answer: ETNA. Hint: This famous volcano is located on the island of Sicily and is known for its frequent eruptions! 🌋
The answer to “"99 Luftballons" artist” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is NENA — a 4-letter word. This clue ran in the USA Today Quick on July 17, 2026 (7-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.
“"99 Luftballons" artist” answer
NENA (4 letters)
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Why the answer is NENA
This German singer is best known for a catchy anti-war anthem from the '80s! 🎈
More USA Today Quick answers for July 17, 2026
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- 1. Arboretum item → TREE
- 5. Royals player Bobby ____ Jr. → WITT
- 6. Worshipped one → ICON
- 7. "99 Luftballons" artist → NENA
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- 1. Minnesota player → TWIN
- 2. Chiefs player Rashee → RICE
- 3. English school → ETON
- 4. Italian volcano → ETNA
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What is the answer to “"99 Luftballons" artist”?
The answer is NENA, a 4-letter word. It appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 17, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “"99 Luftballons" artist”?
4 letters: NENA.
Where did this clue appear?
In the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 17, 2026, at 7-Across.
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