Crossword clue
“Apt rhyme for "shriek"”
This clue appeared as 37-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
EEKLetters3
Starts withE
Ends withK
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Apt rhyme for "shriek"” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 4, 2026 as 37-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with E and ends with K.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Apt rhyme for "shriek"” clue?+
The answer is EEK (3 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 4, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.
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