Baby bears

Latest answer — July 12, 2026

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Think of little ones that roam the forest with their momma! 🐻

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This clue's Sunday, July 12, 2026 appearance

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  1. 1Baby bears
  2. 5Neighborhood
  3. 6"The Lion King" character
  4. 7Concrete portion

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  1. 1Metal containers
  2. 2Russian motorcycle brand
  3. 3Actor Lugosi
  4. 4Swedish car make

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

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  1. 1. Baby bears — Answer: CUBS. Hint: Think of little ones that roam the forest with their momma! 🐻
  2. 5. Neighborhood — Answer: AREA. Hint: Think about the space where you might live or gather with friends! 🏡
  3. 6. "The Lion King" character — Answer: NALA. Hint: This character is a strong female friend who has a knack for adventure in the Pride Lands! 🦁
  4. 7. Concrete portion — Answer: SLAB. Hint: Think of a flat, solid section often used in construction! 🏗️

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  1. 1. Metal containers — Answer: CANS. Hint: These handy holders are often found in your pantry and can be popped open with a simple twist! 🥫
  2. 2. Russian motorcycle brand — Answer: URAL. Hint: This brand is known for its sidecars and rugged design, perfect for adventure! 🏍️
  3. 3. Actor Lugosi — Answer: BELA. Hint: Think of a famous actor known for his role in classic horror films! 🎭
  4. 4. Swedish car make — Answer: SAAB. Hint: This brand is known for its quirky designs and aircraft heritage! 🚗

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The answer to “Baby bears” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is CUBS — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 12, 2026 at 1-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Baby bears” answer

CUBS (4 letters)

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Why the answer is CUBS

Think of little ones that roam the forest with their momma! 🐻

When else has “Baby bears” appeared?

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July 12, 2026 (most recent) → CUBS. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Baby bears”?

The answer is CUBS, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 12, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Baby bears”?

4 letters: CUBS.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 12, 2026, at 1-Across.

Can “Baby bears” have a different answer?

Yes — USA Today Quick Cross sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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