Word before "history" or "exam" Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Word before "history" or "exam"” from the USA Today crossword of January 24, 2026? It has 4 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

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USA TODAY, JANUARY 24, 2026

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Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.

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This clue also appeared in the USA Today on November 8, 2025.

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What is the answer to “Word before "history" or "exam"”?

ORAL, 4 letters: an examination requiring spoken answers.

When was “Word before "history" or "exam"” last seen in a crossword?

In the USA Today crossword of January 24, 2026, and 1 more time before that.

How many letters does the answer have?

4 letters, starting with O.