Crossword clue
“First part of a show”
This clue appeared as 41-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
OPENERLetters6
Starts withO
Ends withR
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “First part of a show” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 2, 2026 as 41-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with O and ends with R, 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 “First part of a show” clue?+
The answer is OPENER (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 2, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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