___ straits

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Looking for the answer to the USA Today Crossword clue “___ straits”? The solution is DIRE, a 4-letter word. This clue was most recently seen in the July 16, 2026 (Thursday) USA Today Crossword. Tap any date below to open that day's complete puzzle, or search another clue from the bar above.

Answer

DIRE

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July 16, 2026ThursdayDIRE

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