What is the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Apt name for a beach lover" from July 20, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Apt name for a beach lover”

This clue appeared as 53-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, July 20, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

SANDY

Letters5

Starts withS

Ends withY

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Jul 20, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Apt name for a beach lover” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 20, 2026 as 53-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Apt name for a beach lover” clue?+

The answer is SANDY (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 20, 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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