Crossword clue

“Hot takes in newspapers”

This clue appeared as 46-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OPEDS
Letters5
Starts withO
Ends withS
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Hot takes in newspapers” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 7, 2026 as 46-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Hot takes in newspapers” clue?+

The answer is OPEDS (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 7, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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