Crossword clue

“Holding onto”

This clue appeared as 19-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, August 1, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
KEEPING
Letters7
Starts withK
Ends withG
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Aug 1, 20267 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Holding onto” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 1, 2026 as 19-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with K and ends with G, 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 “Holding onto” clue?+

The answer is KEEPING (7 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 1, 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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