Sawbuck Crossword Clue

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Let us find the right answer for the crossword clue "Sawbuck" published by Wall Street Journal crossword puzzle.
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Best Answer:
TENSPOT

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Sawbuck" corresponds to the answer "TENSPOT" in today's crossword. Let's delve into why this answer fits the clue:

  1. Colloquial Terminology: In slang or informal language, a "sawbuck" is a term often used to refer to a $10 bill, derived from the resemblance of the Roman numeral X (representing 10) to a sawhorse or sawbuck.
  2. Equivalent Value: The answer "TENSPOT" perfectly captures the essence of a sawbuck by combining the word "TEN" representing the numerical value and "SPOT" which is a common slang term for a monetary bill.
  3. Historical Context: The term "sawbuck" has historical roots, dating back to when sawhorses or sawbucks were used to support wood for cutting, and the $10 bill adopted this informal nickname over time.

By examining the colloquial usage, the equivalent value, and the historical context, it becomes evident why "TENSPOT" is the fitting answer to the clue "Sawbuck" in today's crossword puzzle.



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 The Crossword clue "Sawbuck" published 152 time/s & has 4 answer/s. 
CrosswordDateAnswer
Wall Street Journal27 February 2024TENSPOT
Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate5 January 2024TEN
Crossword Champ Premium6 October 2023TEN
Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate29 September 2023TENSPOT
Crossword Champ Daily11 June 2023TENNER
Penny dell2 October 2021TEN
L.A. Times Daily30 November 2020TENSPOT
Universal22 November 2018TENNER
Penny dell sunday22 October 2017TENNER
7 Little Words22 September 2016TENNER
USA Today25 April 2016TEN
New York Times25 January 2013TENNER
Newsday.com26 April 2012TEN
Canadiana27 December 2010TEN
Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate11 January 2009TENSPOT
L.A. Times Sunday27 August 2006TEN


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