What is the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Real gem" from August 20, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Real gem”

This clue appeared as 52-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, August 20, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance

KEEPER

Letters6

Starts withK

Ends withR

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Real gem” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 20, 2026 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with K and ends with R, 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 “Real gem” clue?+

The answer is KEEPER (6 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.

How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+

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