Crossword clue
“Shows contempt”
This clue appeared as 5-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersSeen 2 times
SCORNSLetters6
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| SCOFFS | 6 | 1 of 2 |
| SCORNS | 6 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Shows contempt” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 16, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with S and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Shows contempt” clue?+
The answer is SCORNS (6 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the USA Today Crossword, most recently on July 16, 2026.
How do I find other USA Today Crossword answers?+
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