What is the answer to "High, flat landform of the American Southwest"?

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

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

High, flat landform of the American Southwest Crossword Clue Answer

Can't figure out High, flat landform of the American Southwest? The New Yorker crossword from August 13, 2025 used this clue. Answer: 4 letters.

High, flat landform of the American Southwest Crossword Answer

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High, flat landform of the American Southwest Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "High, flat landform of the American Southwest" crossword clue?

The answer to the "High, flat landform of the American Southwest" crossword clue is MESA. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the New Yorker puzzle.

Which crossword used "High, flat landform of the American Southwest" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the New Yorker puzzle on August 13, 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 MESA?

The word MESA means: flat tableland with steep edges. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "High, flat landform of the American Southwest".