Crossword clue

“It might crack under pressure”

This clue appeared as 48-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
PECAN
Letters5
Starts withP
Ends withN
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “It might crack under pressure” ran in the USA Today Crossword on October 24, 2026 as 48-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “It might crack under pressure” clue?+

The answer is PECAN (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of October 24, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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