| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sturdily made | Thomas Joseph | 06 Feb 2024 |
| *Well-made | LA Times Daily | 08 Nov 2021 |
| Durable | USA Today | 20 Sep 2020 |
| Durable | Newsday | 05 Aug 2016 |
| Very well-constructed | ||
| Constructed for endurance, and a hint for the word hidden in 20-, 34- and 43-Across |