What is the answer to "Tic-tac-___" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Tic-tac-___" is TOE (3 letters).

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Tic-tac-___ USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the August 14, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

TOE

3 letters · Across · last seen August 14, 2026

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