Crossword clue

“Process of wearing away”

This clue appeared as 38-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
EROSION
Letters7
Starts withE
Ends withN
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Process of wearing away” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 26, 2026 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with E and ends with N, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Process of wearing away” clue?+

The answer is EROSION (7 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 26, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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