Partner in crime Crossword Clue
Looking for the answer to “Partner in crime” from the USA Today crossword of March 17, 2026? It has 5 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.
Crossword answer
USA TODAY, MARCH 17, 2026
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CRONY is the answer to “Partner in crime”. It means a close friend.
Hints
Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.
Hint 1 Meaning
A close friend.
Hint 2 Anagram
Its letters, scrambled: RYOCN.
Hint 3 Another clue
It has also been clued as “Political ally who receives corrupt benefits”.
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Questions
What is the answer to “Partner in crime”?
CRONY, 5 letters: a close friend.
When was “Partner in crime” last seen in a crossword?
In the USA Today crossword of March 17, 2026.
How many letters does the answer have?
5 letters, starting with C.