USA TODAY Crossword · 37-Across · 4 letters
"Severance" and "Big Little Lies" actor Scott USA TODAY Crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 10, 2026
Answer · 4 letters
ADAM
ADAM completes the actor's name: Adam Scott. Scott is already supplied, so enter only his four-letter first name. The two quoted series identify the same performer; they do not ask for a character's name.
Different crossing letters? Check another fit →The two titles point to one actor
Use the pair of credits as a cross-check rather than choosing someone from either cast. Apple's announcement of Severance names Adam Scott and includes Big Little Lies among his credits, directly connecting both titles to the same person.
ADAM is the actor; MARK is the character
Apple identifies Scott's Severance character as Mark Scout. MARK also has four letters, so the available spaces alone cannot resolve that tempting alternative. The clue says actor and supplies Scott, making ADAM the missing first name. A clue asking for his role would require a different answer.
References behind this explanation
- USA TODAY: September 10 public puzzle
- Apple: Adam Scott credited in both series
- Apple: Mark Scout is played by Adam Scott
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Where this clue appeared
37-Across in USA TODAY Crossword puzzle for September 10, 2026.
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