Stayed on the bench
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
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Stayed on the bench (3)
Answer
The answer to Stayed on the bench is Sat (3 letters).
Why does Sat fit this clue?
This is a straightforward clue where 'Stayed on the bench' serves as a direct definition for SAT, the past tense of the verb 'sit.' To sit means to rest with one's weight supported by one's buttocks, typically on a chair or other surface. The clue uses 'bench' as the specific surface and 'stayed' to indicate the past tense, making SAT the natural fit. Benches are common seating in parks, courtrooms, and sports venues, where people routinely sit and remain seated for extended periods.
What does Stayed on the bench mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
stayed
verb
•remained in a particular place or position
bench
noun
•a long seat for multiple people
•the substitute players' seating area in sports
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 1-down in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026, by Gary Cee, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Sat mean?
verb
•(of a person) To be in a position in which the upper body is upright and supported by the buttocks.
•(of a person) To move oneself into such a position.
noun
•A moon or other smaller body orbiting a larger one.
•A man-made apparatus designed to be placed in orbit around a celestial body, generally to relay information, data etc. to Earth.
Origin of the word Sat
•origin: Old English 'sæt'
•period: before 12th century
The word derives from the past tense of 'sittan' (to sit) and is related to German 'saß' and other Germanic languages, reflecting the common Indo-European root for sitting or settling.
How to use Sat in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Sat.
•“The injured player sat on the bench for the entire game.”
•“She sat quietly in the library reading her book.”
•“We sat around the campfire telling stories.”
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Frequently asked questions about Stayed on the bench
- What is the answer to Stayed on the bench?
- The answer is Sat (3 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Stayed on the bench have?
- The answer has 3 letters: Sat.
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