Crossword Genius

Sacks taking up seat at the bar (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

loots

'sacks' is the definition.
(to sack is to loot or pillage)

'up seat at the bar' is the wordplay.
'up' says the letters should be written backwards (in down clue: letters go upwards).
'seat at the bar' becomes 'stool' (I've seen this in another clue).
'stool' backwards is 'LOOTS'.

'taking' acts as a link.

(Another definition for loots that I've seen is " Steals".)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.