Crossword clue

“Creature that's spotted outdoors”

This clue appeared as 11-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
LEOPARD
Letters7
Starts withL
Ends withD
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Creature that's spotted outdoors” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 27, 2026 as 11-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with L and ends with D, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Creature that's spotted outdoors” clue?+

The answer is LEOPARD (7 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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