The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word STANDBY which also is the latest solution we found used in 3Across in 2007.
Understudy crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| STANDBY | 50 % | 7 |
| SUBSTITUTE | 50 % | 10 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Understudy
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- alternate
- standby
- stuntman
- stunt
- replacement
- double
- decoy
- liner
- lining
- rehearsals
- sidekick
- thespian
Crossword Answer definitions
STANDBY verb- To wait in expectation of some event; to make ready.
- To remain loyal or faithful to.
- To support; to continue to support despite things being bad.
- To do nothing. To be inactive in a situation.
- To be ready to provide assistance if required.
- A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
- Sleep mode
- (travel) Waiting at the airport in the hope of getting a seat on a flight that is already booked out.
- Something that is standard, well-tested, or frequently used.
More crossword clues leading to the same solutions
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More clues leading to the result STANDBY
- "___ for further instructions!"
- Understudy
- "Hold your position"
- What many understudies do
- Be available
- Staunch supporter
- One way to fly
- Uncertain way to fly
- One awaiting a cancellation
- Wait-listed passenger