Crossword clue

“Put in a sword holder”

This clue appeared as 8-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
SHEATHE
Letters7
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Sep 17, 20267 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Put in a sword holder” ran in the USA Today Crossword on September 17, 2026 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with S 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 “Put in a sword holder” clue?+

The answer is SHEATHE (7 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of September 17, 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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