Crossword clue

“Self-focused period of relaxation”

This clue appeared as 42-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, September 7, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
METIME
Letters6
Starts withM
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Self-focused period of relaxation” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 7, 2026 as 42-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with M and ends with E, 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 “Self-focused period of relaxation” clue?+

The answer is METIME (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 7, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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