Crossword clue

“Pear suitable for poaching”

This clue appeared as 14-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, August 20, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
BOSC
Letters4
Starts withB
Ends withC
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Pear suitable for poaching” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 20, 2026 as 14-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with B and ends with C.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Pear suitable for poaching” clue?+

The answer is BOSC (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 20, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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

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