“"Sorry to say . . ."”
This clue appeared as 54-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| ALAS | 4 | 1 of 2 |
| SADLY | 5 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “"Sorry to say . . ."” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 10, 2026 as 54-Down. 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 “"Sorry to say . . ."” clue?+
The answer is SADLY (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 10, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the USA Today Crossword, most recently on September 10, 2026.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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