Crossword clue

“Rebellious stance”

This clue appeared as 8-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, June 29, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.

Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
DEFIANCE
Letters8
Starts withD
Ends withE
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Jun 29, 20268 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Rebellious stance” ran in the USA Today Crossword on June 29, 2026 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with D and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Rebellious stance” clue?+

The answer is DEFIANCE (8 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of June 29, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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