What is the answer to "Homophone of 40-Down" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Homophone of 40-Down" is AIL (3 letters).

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Homophone of 40-Down USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the August 24, 2026 puzzle

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AIL

3 letters · Down · last seen August 24, 2026

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