Crossword clue
“Claims”
This clue appeared as 54-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, July 17, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersSeen 3 times
ALLEGESLetters7
Starts withA
Ends withS
Vowels3
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| ALLEGES | 7 | 2 of 3 |
| SAYS | 4 | 1 of 3 |
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About this clue
The clue “Claims” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 17, 2026 as 54-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with A and ends with S, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Claims” clue?+
The answer is ALLEGES (7 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 17, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 3 times in the USA Today Crossword, most recently on July 17, 2026.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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