Former spouses

Latest answer — September 12, 2026

7 Across

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Clue explained

EXES is the plural noun for former spouses or romantic partners. It represents the spoken plural of “ex,” conventionally written exes rather than ex’s.

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Definition
Wedding rings associated with a former marriage.

USA Today Quick Crossword

This clue's Saturday, September 12, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1____ Impala of music
  2. 5____ Jackson of music
  3. 6Watch over
  4. 7Former spouses

Down

  1. 1____ McRae of music
  2. 2____ Warren of music
  3. 3Head of hair
  4. 4Finishes

The answer to “Former spouses” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is EXES — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on September 12, 2026 at 7-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.

“Former spouses” answer

EXES (4 letters)

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What does EXES mean?

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(noun)

  • a former husband, wife, or other partner in a relationship

When else has “Former spouses” appeared?

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Former spouses”?

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

How many letters is the answer to “Former spouses”?

4 letters: EXES.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on September 12, 2026, at 7-Across.

Can “Former spouses” have a different answer?

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