What is the answer to "___5 ("Explain Like I'm Five" acronym)" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "___5 ("Explain Like I'm Five" acronym)" is ELI (3 letters).

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___5 ("Explain Like I'm Five" acronym) USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the August 7, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

ELI

3 letters · Down · last seen August 7, 2026

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