What is the answer to ""Back in the day...""?

The most common answer is ONCE. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2017.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

“Back in the day…” Crossword Clue Answer

Looking for "Back in the day..."? This 4-letter clue recently appeared in the Apple News Crossword August 20, 2025 puzzle. Find the answer below to complete your crossword.

"Back in the day..." Crossword Answer

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"Back in the day..." Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to ""Back in the day..."" crossword clue?

The answer to the ""Back in the day..."" crossword clue is ONCE. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Apple News Crossword puzzle.

Which crossword used ""Back in the day..."" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Apple News Crossword puzzle on August 20, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of ONCE?

The word ONCE means: on one occasion. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue ""Back in the day..."".