What is the answer to "Person who enjoys an uphill battle?" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Person who enjoys an uphill battle?" is MOUNTAINEER (11 letters).

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Person who enjoys an uphill battle? USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the June 23, 2026 puzzle

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MOUNTAINEER

11 letters · Down · last seen June 23, 2026

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