What is the answer to "___ by (barely making do)" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "___ by (barely making do)" is EKING (5 letters).

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___ by (barely making do) USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the October 15, 2026 puzzle

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EKING

5 letters · Down · last seen October 15, 2026

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