What is the answer to "Civilian defense force" in the Newsday Crossword?

The answer to the Newsday Crossword clue "Civilian defense force" is MILITIA (7 letters).

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Civilian defense force Newsday Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the June 24, 2026 puzzle

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MILITIA

7 letters · Down · last seen June 24, 2026

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