Crossword clue

“A modern one typically has 47 strings and 7 pedals”

This clue appeared as 9-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

HARP

Letters4

Starts withH

Ends withP

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “A modern one typically has 47 strings and 7 pedals” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 15, 2026 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with H and ends with P.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “A modern one typically has 47 strings and 7 pedals” clue?+

The answer is HARP (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 15, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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