HER crossword clues

The clues

1. 6D She/____ July 15 · 15 July 2026
2. 5D "I Saw ___ Standing There" (Beatles classic) April 4 · 4 April 2026
3. 5D Pronoun option Marathon 21 · 15 February 2026
4. 6D Possessive pronoun June 1 · 1 June 2025
5. 6D Cruise ship's pronoun

   The answer "HER" fits the clue "Cruise ship's pronoun" because ships are often referred to using feminine pronouns. This tradition comes from the idea that ships are like women, representing beauty and grace. When talking about a cruise ship, people commonly say "her" to describe the vessel. For example, one might say, "Her sails are beautiful," emphasizing the ship's elegance.

   July 7 - Midi · 7 July 2024
6. 6D She/___: They/them (as inclusive pronouns)

   The answer "HER" fits the clue because it is a pronoun used to refer to females. In the phrase "She/HER," "HER" is the object form of the pronoun "she." This matches the idea of inclusive pronouns, as "they/them" can be used for people of any gender. Therefore, "HER" complements "she" in a similar way to how "they" complements "them."

   April 8 · 7 April 2024
7. 4D He/his: She/___

   The clue "He/his: She/___" is asking for a word that matches "she" in the same way that "his" matches "he." The word "her" is the correct answer because it is the possessive form of "she," just like "his" is the possessive form of "he." This shows a relationship between the pronouns. So, "he/his" and "she/her" are paired correctly.

   Mar 12 · 12 March 2024