Dawber and Grier

Latest answer — August 20, 2026

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Clue explained

PAMS is the plural of Pam, referring to actresses Pam Dawber and Pam Grier. The clue names both women by their shared first name.

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Portraits of actresses Pam Dawber and Pam Grier.

USA Today Quick Crossword

This clue's Thursday, August 20, 2026 appearance

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  1. 1Certain lightweight -->
  2. 5Tardy
  3. 6Kiln
  4. 7Dawber and Grier

Down

  1. 1--> sandal
  2. 2Hot rock?
  3. 3Article
  4. 4Writing instruments

The answer to “Dawber and Grier” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is PAMS — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on August 20, 2026 at 7-Across, and it has also run on 1 earlier date with the same answer. 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.

“Dawber and Grier” answer

PAMS (4 letters)

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What is the answer to “Dawber and Grier”?

The answer is PAMS, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on August 20, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Dawber and Grier”?

4 letters: PAMS.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on August 20, 2026, at 7-Across. Earlier appearances: July 15, 2026 → PAMS.

Can “Dawber and Grier” 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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