When something officially begins

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Looking for the answer to the USA Today Up & Down Words clue “When something officially begins”? The solution is ISSUE DATE, a two-word phrase and answer #5 in the daily word chain. This clue was most recently seen in the October 5, 2026 (Monday) puzzle. The second word of each answer starts the next — see the full chain below.

Answer

ISSUEDATE

Last appearance

October 5, 2026MondayISSUE DATE

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