He "pounds with cruel violence his bat upon the plate," in a poem
Archive answer — August 31, 2026
7 Across
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The answer to “He "pounds with cruel violence his bat upon the plate," in a poem” in the Washington Post Mini Crossword is CASEY — a 5-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 31, 2026 at 7-Across. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
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Why does CASEY fit?
CASEY is the published 5-letter answer at 7-Across. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “He "pounds with cruel violence his bat upon the plate," in a poem” appeared?
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What is the answer to “He "pounds with cruel violence his bat upon the plate," in a poem”?
The answer is CASEY.
How many letters are in the answer?
5 letters: CASEY.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the Washington Post Mini Crossword for August 31, 2026 at 7-Across.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
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