| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| One of a noted quintet | New York Times | 20 Jun 2026 |
| Michigan or Ontario | New York Times Midi | 10 May 2026 |
| Superior source of freshwater? (5,4) | The Guardian Quiptic | 21 Dec 2025 |
| One of a wet quintet | ||
| Ontario, for example | ||
| Ontario or Michigan | ||
| Michigan, e.g. | ||
| Superior, e.g. | ||
| Superior, for one | ||
| Huron. | ||
| Michigan, for one | ||
| Superior, for example. |