Suspect's story USA Today Crossword Clue
The answer to the “Suspect's story” crossword clue is ALIBI (5 letters). We have seen this clue 3 times in New York Times Midi and USA Today crosswords, most recently on October 10, 2026.
Answer
THE ANSWER · 5 LETTERS
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ALIBI: to make excuses for oneself.
Best answers for “Suspect's story”
| Rank | Answer | Letters | Clue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALIBI | 5 | Suspect's story |
| 2 | SHADY | 5 | Suspect similar clue |
| 3 | FISHY | 5 | Suspect similar clue |
| 4 | TRAIT | 5 | Suspect's identifier similar clue |
The first answer is for this clue; the others answered clues with the same main words.
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Other clues for ALIBI
- It might be disproved by a 14-Across
- Defense that might lead to exoneration
- "I was at an orchestra concert," e.g.
- Clearing account?
- "I was at a crossword tournament when it happened!," e.g.
- "I was watching 'Jeopardy!' when it happened," for one
- It might prompt the line "A likely story," in a courtroom movie
- Courtroom excuse
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Questions about the Suspect's story Crossword Clue
What is the 5-letter answer to the Suspect's story crossword clue?
ALIBI is the 5-letter answer to the “Suspect's story” crossword clue.
When was the Suspect's story crossword clue last used?
In the New York Times Midi of October 10, 2026. We have seen it 3 times.
What are other possible answers to the Suspect's story crossword clue?
Similar clues were answered with SHADY (“Suspect”), FISHY (“Suspect”), TRAIT (“Suspect's identifier”).