| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| "Dear, I'm home!" | New York Times Mini | 25 Apr 2026 |
| "Darling, I'm home!" | USA Today | 02 Mar 2026 |
| Warm greeting to a spouse or partner | New York Times | 11 Aug 2025 |
| "I'm home, dear" | LA Times Daily | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Spouse's phrase upon arrival | ||
| Affectionate greeting | USA Today | 14 Mar 2021 |