Crossword clue

“A total hoot”

This clue appeared as 3-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
RIOT
Letters4
Starts withR
Ends withT
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Sep 24, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “A total hoot” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 24, 2026 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “A total hoot” clue?+

The answer is RIOT (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 24, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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