What is the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Lions and tigers, but not bears" from September 14, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Lions and tigers, but not bears”

This clue appeared as 6-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, September 14, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

CATS

Letters4

Starts withC

Ends withS

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Lions and tigers, but not bears” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 14, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with C and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Lions and tigers, but not bears” clue?+

The answer is CATS (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 14, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+

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