Crossword clue
“Parts of cherries”
This clue appeared as 27-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, September 21, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
STEMSLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Parts of cherries” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 21, 2026 as 27-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Parts of cherries” clue?+
The answer is STEMS (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 21, 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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