Primary
Latest answer — October 07, 2026
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Clue explained
“Primary” can mean main or most important, and in that sense it is close to “central.” For example, a primary concern is a central concern—the one at the heart of the matter.
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This clue's Wednesday, October 07, 2026 appearance
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The answer to “Primary” in the The Washington Post crossword is CENTRAL — a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post crossword on October 7, 2026, a Wednesday puzzle, at 42-Down. Other answers we've seen for this clue include MAIN. 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.
“Primary” answer
CENTRAL (7 letters) — most recent; also seen as MAIN
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What does CENTRAL mean?
Reading the plain dictionary sense of CENTRAL is often the fastest way to see why it answers this clue.
(adjective)
- at the point or in the area that is in the middle of something
- of the greatest importance; principal or essential
Other answers for “Primary”
The Washington Post has used this clue with more than one solution. Besides CENTRAL, it has also been MAIN. Every appearance we've indexed is listed below with the date it ran.
- October 7, 2026 (most recent) → CENTRAL
- July 22, 2026 → MAIN
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Primary”?
The answer is CENTRAL, a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post crossword on October 7, 2026. Other answers for this clue include MAIN.
How many letters is the answer to “Primary”?
7 letters: CENTRAL. Earlier fills for this clue have also been MAIN (4).
When did this clue appear?
Most recently in the The Washington Post crossword on October 7, 2026 (a Wednesday puzzle), at 42-Down. Earlier appearances: July 22, 2026 → MAIN.
Can “Primary” have a different answer?
Yes. Besides CENTRAL, The Washington Post has also used MAIN for this clue. Every date and answer is listed above.
Where can I find the rest of this day's WaPo Crossword answers?
The full grid for October 7, 2026 is on the WaPo Crossword answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.
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