What is the answer to "It's a start" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "It's a start" is ONSET (5 letters).

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It's a start USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the August 14, 2026 puzzle

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ONSET

5 letters · Down · last seen August 14, 2026

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