Crossword clue

“Essential item”

This clue appeared as 12-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, July 27, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
STAPLE
Letters6
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Jul 27, 20266 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Essential item” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 27, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with S and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Essential item” clue?+

The answer is STAPLE (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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