Crossword clue

“Snake with a "king" variety”

This clue appeared as 53-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, June 12, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
COBRA
Letters5
Starts withC
Ends withA
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Jun 12, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Snake with a "king" variety” ran in the USA Today Crossword on June 12, 2026 as 53-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Snake with a "king" variety” clue?+

The answer is COBRA (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of June 12, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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